Bilingual Psychiatric Social Worker- Evening Hours & Groups

Outcome HC; Stony Hill (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Vacation & Sick)

Health Benefits

Job summary

Outcome HC is seeking a Psychiatric Social Worker for Mountainview Behavioral Hospital in New Jersey. The role requires performing psychosocial assessments, coordinating with families and providers, and educating families about treatment plans and aftercare.

The position also involves leading weekly groups and preparing court reports when needed. LP/Social Worker must hold an LSW or LCSW license in New Jersey and be able to read, write, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Complete psychosocial assessments on new admissions, including PHQ-9 depression scale, C-SSRS assessments, and Social Determinants of Healthcare.
• Obtains collateral information from family and community providers on every new admission; maintains weekly contact during admission.
• Provides basic psychiatric education to families about diagnosis, medications, treatment plans, goals, and aftercare.

Responsibilities

• Makes referrals for aftercare, including follow up appointments and housing supports.
• Facilitates 3-5 mental health related groups per week, focusing on coping skills, symptoms management, psychoeducation, and related topics.
• Completes court reports for involuntary patients.
• Maintains weekly progress notes and weekly treatment plan reviews for each patient.

Skills

Interviewing

Case management

Group facilitation

Family education

Psychiatric assessment

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

Outcome HC is seeking a Psychiatric Social Worker for Mountainview Behavioral Hospital in New Jersey. The role requires performing psychosocial assessments, coordinating with families and providers, and educating families about treatment plans and aftercare.

The position also involves leading weekly groups and preparing court reports when needed. LP/Social Worker must hold an LSW or LCSW license in New Jersey and be able to read, write, and communicate in English.