Psychiatric Social Worker

Suffolk County Government • Hauppauge, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

An employee in this class performs professional psychiatric casework and/or psychotherapy, which can be performed in a mental hygiene outpatient clinic, emergency service team, or other appropriate setting. Knowledge of specialized casework techniques such as individual, group, family, play therapy and case management is required to accomplish the goal of rehabilitation and adjustment of mentally ill and/or chemically dependent persons. The work is concerned primarily with patients having serious mental, emotional and behavior problems and/or chemically dependent persons who therefore present special adjustment problems. The incumbent works closely with psychiatrists, psychologists and other health professionals in treatment planning, but is expected to work with limited supervision, exercising a considerable amount of judgment and initiative, especially in determining the appropriateness of the psychiatric services for applicants at intake. Supervision is received from a professional supervisor through review of case records and reports, and individual and staff conferences. Employees in this class who provide clinical services must be supervised by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Does related work as required. Please Do Not Apply Here To be considered for the Psychiatric Social Worker role, candidates must proceed to the following link: https://apps2.suffolkcountyny.gov/civilservice/efile/default.aspx Once you have followed the above link, you will be presented with a list of all exams. NOTE: The exam is "Psychiatric Social Worker" Please Proceed As Follows: Locate at the top right side of the site in the blue area, "Log In To Apply For Exams or Change Your Profile" In the same blue area you must select "Click here to create a Civil Service User ID" Complete all questions and proceed as requested

Requirements

• OPEN COMPETITIVE Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master's Degree in Social Work
• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification as Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the New York State Department of Education must be maintained throughout employment in this title.
• At the time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
• NOTE: One (1) year of experience as a psychiatric social worker may be substituted for the above year of study in a psychiatric setting.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of psychiatric social work
• Thorough knowledge of the functioning of mental hygiene out-patient services
• Thorough knowledge of the social and psychological aspects of mental disease, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency and of modern treatment methods
• Good knowledge of community resources and how to use them effectively
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with patients, colleagues, patients' families, physicians and social agencies
• Ability to prepare comprehensive case work and treatment records
• Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to analyze information and reach sound conclusions
• Patience
• Good judgment
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Reviews referrals to the Adult Single Point of Access Unit (ASPOA) to approve eligibility for Assertive Community Treatment and Assisted Outpatient Treatment
• Approves the screen-out of any client deemed ineligible for Adult SPOA services
• Refers clients whose needs cannot be met by the program to an appropriate agency equipped to address client needs
• Refers patients to any available resources
• As part of a multi-disciplinary team, which includes an AOT Psychiatrist, Licensed clinical Social workers other professionals such as attorneys, and hospital staff; attends and participates in the AOT Clinical Review Panel
• Participates in case conferences to discuss high-risk/ high-need or challenging client cases
• Participates in Staff meetings to discuss office and management issues within the Adult SPOA
• Provides clinical supervision and guidance to line staff
• Reviews the AOT Weekly Monitoring Reports and Significant Event Reports and directs staff to follow-up on any outstanding issues.
• Assist with coordination of AOT Removal Order request from treatment teams
• Assist with development of AOT Treatment Plans
• Attend planning and policy meetings set forth by NYS Department of Health and Office of Mental Health.
• Management and triage of the Assertive Community Treatment Team Waiting List.
• Coordination and Tracking of Mandatory departmental Staff Trainings.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.
• Overall, county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security, making them an attractive option for many job seekers.

What This Job Offers

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