Social Worker - $7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Acadia•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

Plan, direct, define, and coordinate individualized and group therapeutic support and services for patients with behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use, and physical and emotional abuse. Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop effective treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic principles while prioritizing patient safety. Work with patients and families, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, coordinate services and placements, support recovery and social functioning, and maintain accurate patient documentation. The role may include supervising social work interns and providing guidance to social services or other staff. Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

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 by the facility's state, potentially including 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 the state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments through patient observation and patient and family interviews, and develop and implement treatment plans.
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 and anticipate 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 in 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 the patient.
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate, timely chart documentation that meets facility and accreditation standards.
Supervise social work interns completing field placement as required.
Provide direction and guidance to social services staff or other staff members as required.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met; prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.