About The Position

The Social Service Worker (SSW) provides therapeutic behavior management and other services within the scope of licensure to support excellent client care and regulatory compliance. The role works under the general direction of a licensed therapist and serves adult residential clients through therapeutic support, skill-building, and individualized care. The position is full-time, scheduled Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pay starts at $24.00 per hour and is calculated based on years of licensed working experience.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in social services.
  • SSW license in the state of practice.
  • CPR certification after hire.
  • Valley de-escalation certification after hire.

Responsibilities

  • Provide therapeutic behavioral management, supportive counseling, and manualized interventions in individual and group settings.
  • Assist in gathering information for psychosocial assessments and care plans.
  • Collaborate with the therapist to develop and review safety/crisis plans, care plans, and OQs, and monitor client progress.
  • Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team by recommending specific interventions that support existing treatment goals and objectives when appropriate.
  • Follow agency documentation policies for all phases of treatment, including assessments, care plans, treatment transitions, discharge plans, and client care.
  • Collaborate with internal and external multidisciplinary teams regarding clinical aspects of treatment.
  • Adhere to ethical and legal standards established by certification requirements and state regulations.
  • Meet direct care expectations.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development activities to meet licensure, certification, and/or other agency requirements.

Benefits

  • Tenure-based service increases and performance bonuses.
  • On-Demand Pay, providing access to a portion of earned wages before the scheduled payday.
  • 15 days of accrued paid time off annually, increasing by one day per year of service.
  • 10 paid holidays and 2 wellness days.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for eligible team members working 30 or more hours per week.
  • Voluntary accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, financial protection, and pet insurance options.
  • Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to eligible team members.
  • Medical expense reimbursement through the Garner HRA, up to $2,000 for individuals and $4,000 for families.
  • Health Savings Account with a company match of up to $900 for individuals and $1,800 for families, depending on medical plan selection.
  • 401(k) plan with pre-tax and Roth contribution options and a company match of up to 6% of annual salary.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • New licensure reimbursement.
  • Paid training and conference attendance.
  • Continuing education reimbursement and paid time for continuing education.
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