Social Worker - Behavioral Health Unit - Full Time
About The Position
Within Southern NH Medical Centers Behavioral Health Unit we understand the important connection between physical, mental, and emotional well-being and have the resources to support our community through inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services, from emergency care, to intensive outpatient programs. This 18-bed voluntary unit serves as an essential healing process within our community. The Social Worker assesses and evaluates the patient’s health status and the patient’s/family’s significant other’s response to illness and provides supportive counseling and community resource referrals. They collaborate with the care team to educate patients and their families on next steps.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work required
- Minimum of two years acute care social work experience preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Professional certification in social work
- LICSW licensure or additional certifications are desirable but not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments, utilization reviews
- Provide resources and community referrals for patient support services
- Participate in discharge rounds and facilitate case conferences
- Care coordination with families, providers, and the clinical team
- Facilitate staff de-briefing meetings
Benefits
- Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
- Short-term, long-term disability, life & pet insurance
- Tuition reimbursement & Student Loan Forgiveness
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans
- Continuous earned time accrual
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
