Psych Social Worker II, Inpatient Behavioral Health - Wilmington Hospital

ChristianaCare • Wilmington, DE

1d • $27 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

ChristianaCare's Medical Group is looking to hire a Full-Time Psych Social Worker II to support the 7N Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit at the Wilmington Hospital, DE. The 7N inpatient behavioral health unit has 30 beds with an average length of stay under 8 days. The Senior Psych Social Worker will assist patients and families to define social, emotional and environmental needs and to enable them to recognize/utilize available resources to resolve needs by providing a full spectrum of social work service. In addition, they will be responsible for the coordination of care, family therapy sessions, group therapy sessions, individual therapy sessions, safety planning, discharge planning, admission biopsychosocials, timely transmission of transition records, compliance with federal and state mandates for aftercare planning, treatment team, and support with involuntary commitments including court hearing.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work or related field required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience.
• Delaware Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required
• Non-violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within twelve (12) months in position.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team to safely and expeditiously return the patient to the appropriate post-acute setting.
• Gathers and assesses information regarding the patient’s physical needs, mental status, family support system, financial resources and available community and governmental resources.
• Provides factual information based on current knowledge which may assist the patient/family in coping with the disease. Provides specific information on how to communicate with physicians and other Christiana Care staff so as to better utilize the system’s resources.
• Provides information about resources and options available in the community. Provides information concerning the availability and limitations of resources. Provides information on use of Christiana Care Health System. Describes the process of social work intervention at Christiana Care.
• Represents patient/family by intervening, negotiating and promoting their concerns. Problems requiring advocacy may include individual and class inequities or inadequate and non-existent Christiana Care and/or community resources, i.e., insurance benefits, housing, etc.
• Maintains pertinent and timely documentation in patient’s medical charts and departmental records. Accurately maintains required departmental statistical data. Collects and maintains specific information required for performance improvement indicators and research projects.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage: Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage.
• Low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth: Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
• Grow Your Family with Confidence: We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.
• Paid Parental Leave: Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.
• Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being: Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.
• health insurance
• paid time off
• retirement
• an employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level