Social Worker II-Norfolk Regional Center
About The Position
The Norfolk Regional Center is a psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient mental health and sex offender treatment for individuals. We aim to give hope and possibilities for a future without more offenses. Our vibrant culture is where teammates are valued as individuals while providing opportunities for career growth and continued education and training. We encourage our teammates to work for a more significant cause, to prepare patients for community reintegration while maintaining public safety. We hire Human Service professionals who share our pride in the work and services provided at the Norfolk Regional Center and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. We are looking for someone to be part of our team as a Social Worker II. In this role, you will be an integral part of our team working with adult patients with mental illness, including those that have sexually offended at the Norfolk Regional Center.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work with certification in Social Work and one year experience in the field of employment, OR a Bachelor of Arts degree in a related field with certification in social work by grandfathering and two years of experience in a residential setting, public welfare, or community service work.
- Certification as a Social Worker by the Nebraska Department of Health is required.
- Knowledge of case management and group therapy theories and techniques.
- Knowledge of State and federal laws governing social and health services.
- Knowledge of human behavior and the theories/methods of psychosocial assessment and intervention.
- Knowledge of advocacy theory and therapeutic intervention techniques.
- Ability to assess client needs and implement effective interventions and treatment plans.
- Ability to respond compassionately to clients in crisis.
- Ability to serve as a professional role model and maintain confidentiality in client relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Skills in crisis intervention and problem-solving.
- Skills in supporting clients through sensitive, emotional issues in a non-judgmental and supportive manner.
Responsibilities
- Provide Social Work input for treatment planning.
- Complete weekly and monthly social work progress notes
- Collect and analyze social history data to assess educational, vocational, and social needs of clients, and determine eligibility for services.
- Serve as an advocate for clients, coordinating referrals to appropriate service agencies.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to plan and implement client care programs.
- Involve clients’ family/guardians in treatment planning, program implementation, and referrals.
- Conduct discharge interviews and develop client discharge plans by completing referrals to aftercare agencies and ensuring timely financial and placement arrangements.
- Lead individual and group counseling sessions and social skills programs to support client transitions to skilled care facilities.
- Maintain detailed documentation of client social work activities and keep accurate records.
Benefits
- pay
- benefits
- paid time off
- retirement
- professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
