Mental Health Social Worker - Inpatient
About The Position
Primary responsibilities of the Mental Health Social Worker (MHSW) on the adult/adolescent inpatient units are the ability to complete a comprehensive psychosocial assessment, execute appropriate discharge planning, and to provide individual, family and group therapies. The MHSW plays a critical role as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, ensuring that patient care is trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally responsive. This position requires advanced clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to patient advocacy and community reintegration. Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates are eligible to receive an additional $1.25/hr in addition to their hourly pay.
Requirements
- Clinical treatment of both acute and chronic mentally ill population.
- Crisis intervention experience.
- Experience with family therapy.
- Treatment and discharge planning.
- Working knowledge of community resources.
- Experience with preparation of written client evaluations.
- Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Community Care Licensing (CCL) background clearance.
- TB clearance.
- Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences or related area from an accredited university
- Valid CA BBS registration
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual Spanish or ASL preferred
Responsibilities
- Working knowledge of mental status examinations and current diagnostic manual.
- Knowledge of psychiatric mental health theories and practices.
- Individual and group treatment with clients who present a variety of psychopathologies.
- Ability to function as primary therapist and member of multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Ability to accurately observe and document treatment sessions.
- Knowledge and understanding of human relationships.
- Ability to work and relate effectively with visitors, police, and community members.
- Ability to accurately assess statements and behaviors of clients for evidence of antisocial behavior.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish, both verbally and in writing.
- Performs other additional tasks as directed.
Benefits
- Cover 100% Medical/Dental/Vision Premiums for all Full-Time Employees and 1 Dependent
- 8 Paid Holidays + 4 Personal Holidays in Calendar Year
- 2-4 Weeks of Vacation based on role
- 403b Retirement Plan Company Match 8%
- Annual Company Events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
