Social Worker (FT - LCSW)

Acadia Healthcare•Malden, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Acadia Healthcare and Tufts Medicine have partnered to create Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital, a 144-bed facility in Malden, Massachusetts, scheduled to open in early 2026. Social Workers plan, direct, define, and coordinate individualized and group therapeutic support and services for patients experiencing behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use, and physical or emotional abuse. The role supports patient recovery, symptom reduction, and the highest achievable level of social functioning while prioritizing patient safety.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university, or new graduate of an accredited master’s social work program who successfully completed field education, an internship, or similar practicum through the program.
State licensure as required where the facility operates; this may include LMSW, LCSW, or LSW.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience working with the patient population preferred.
First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop effective treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic principles while ensuring patient safety.
Gather information about patients’ needs, skills, interests, and limitations through observation and interviews with patients and families to inform treatment planning and implementation.
Provide crisis intervention and help families understand the implications and complexities of life situations and their impact 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, and support groups and provide referrals as requested.
Conduct intakes and assist with coordinating placements within facility programs, as needed.
Promote recovery, symptom reduction, and the highest level of social functioning.
Communicate with family members or help them understand and support the patient.
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate, timely chart documentation in compliance with facility and accreditation standards.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met.
Recognize and prioritize patient safety.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.