Social Worker II - Full Time

Acadia • San Jose, CA

3d • $37 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker II plans, directs, defines, and coordinates individualized and group therapeutic support and services for patients with behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use, and physical or emotional abuse. The role develops treatment plans based on psychosocial assessments and supports patient safety, recovery, symptom reduction, and social functioning. The Social Worker II also provides crisis intervention, works with families, participates in multidisciplinary treatment planning, coordinates services and referrals, and maintains patient documentation in accordance with facility and accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university, or new graduate of an accredited master’s-level social work program with successful completion of social work field education, internship, or similar practicum.
• State licensure as required where the facility operates; this may include LMSW, LCSW, or LSW.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience working with the patient population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop effective treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic principles while ensuring patient safety.
• Gather information about patients’ needs, skills, interests, and limitations through observation and interviews with patients and families.
• Provide crisis intervention and help families understand life situations and their effects on lifestyle.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings to discuss psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and ongoing discharge planning.
• Identify, assess, and coordinate patient cases, anticipating needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education, and home or community services.
• Facilitate education, process, and support groups and provide referrals as requested.
• Conduct intakes and assist in coordinating placements within facility programs, as needed.
• Promote recovery, symptom reduction, and the highest possible level of social functioning.
• Communicate with family members and help them understand and support the patient.
• Manage a caseload and maintain accurate, timely patient chart documentation that meets facility and accreditation standards.
• Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with match
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal days, extended sick leave, and holidays/holiday pay
• Excellent training program
• Professional growth opportunities and defined career paths

What This Job Offers

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