Adult Social Worker I — Care Planning & Discharge Support

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Torrance State Hospital seeks a Social Worker 1 to guide patients through care, provide assessments, counseling, and support treatment planning. The role strengthens team communication and discharge planning, helping patients access needed services and benefits.

The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or social welfare, PA residency, and the ability to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's or master's degree in social work or social welfare.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• PA residency requirement must be met.

Responsabilités

• Conduct Interviews: Meet with patients, family members, and agencies to gather social and personal history.
• Assess Needs: Evaluate psychosocial strengths, challenges, and service needs to support treatment planning.
• Provide Counseling: Use various treatment approaches to guide individuals and families through personal and social concerns.
• Develop Plans: Participate in creating care plans, establish goals, and help ensure needed services and benefits are obtained.
• Maintain Records: Document assessments, progress, contacts, and case activity in accordance with policies and guidelines.
• Support Discharge: Coordinate discharge planning, complete summaries, and assist with transitions to community services.

Connaissances

Interviews

Assessment

Counseling

Treatment planning

Documentation

Discharge planning

Formation

Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work or social welfare

Description du poste

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania at Torrance State Hospital seeks a Social Worker 1 to guide patients through care, provide assessments, counseling, and support treatment planning. The role strengthens team communication and discharge planning, helping patients access needed services and benefits.

The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work or social welfare, PA residency, and the ability to perform essential job functions.