Social Worker IV - Full Time

San Jose Behavioral Health•San Jose, CA

3d•$46 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker IV 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 works onsite on a full-time, 40-hour day schedule and is responsible for assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, care coordination, group facilitation, and documentation. The Social Worker IV may also supervise social work interns, guide social services staff, and lead program or unit activities as required.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
Three or more years of related experience working with a comparable patient population.
State licensure as required for the facility's state; 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

Supervisory experience preferred if the position is responsible for supervising staff.
First aid may be required depending on the state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop effective treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic principles while ensuring patient safety.
Observe patients and interview patients and families to assess needs, skills, interests, and limitations for treatment planning and implementation.
Provide crisis intervention and help families understand the implications and complexities of life situations and their effects on lifestyle.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings to discuss psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, 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 groups, support groups, and referrals as requested.
Conduct intakes and assist with coordinating placements within facility programs as required.
Develop and execute clinically relevant activities in coordination with activity professionals as required.
Promote recovery, symptom reduction, and the highest possible level of social functioning.
Communicate with or assist family members in understanding and supporting patients.
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate, timely patient chart documentation in compliance with facility and accreditation standards.
Supervise social work interns completing field placements as required.
Provide direction and guidance to social services staff or other staff members as required.
Lead the program or unit and coordinate other clinical or direct patient care staff, providing direction and clinical guidance as required.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met, and prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.