Social Worker II - Inpatient PRN

Acadia•Riverside, CA

4d•$36 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Grove Hospital is a private, 68-bed acute psychiatric facility in Riverside, California, providing inpatient and outpatient behavioral healthcare and substance abuse services. 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 is PRN and includes psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, multidisciplinary coordination, discharge planning, patient and family support, and accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university, or recent completion of an accredited master’s-level social work program with successful completion of 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.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience working with the patient population.
First aid, if required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop effective treatment plans that apply therapeutic principles and prioritize patient safety.
Gather information about patients’ needs, skills, interests, and limitations through observation and patient and family interviews.
Provide crisis intervention and help families understand challenging life situations and their effects on lifestyle.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings to discuss 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 help coordinate 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.