ECRH-Psychiatric Social Worker

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Augusta University is seeking an ECRH-Psychiatric Social Worker to conduct clinical interviews, gather requisite information, and present recommendations for patient care. The candidate will integrate into a supportive care team ensuring individualized care for clients.

The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s degree in Social Work, have at least two years of relevant experience, and be proficient in crisis intervention techniques and communication.

This full-time position offers competitive benefits including health and dental insurance, retirement plans, and a potential Tuition Assistance Program for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work with licensure eligibility and a minimum of two years related work experience.
• Experience in a mental health hospital setting or social service delivery system is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical interviews of individuals presenting for admission.
• Develop and monitor client placement plans.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical departments and community support programs.

Skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal communication

Crisis intervention techniques

Therapeutic models and interventions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

ECRH-Psychiatric Social Worker

Job ID: 298522

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

This position will conduct a clinical interview of individuals presenting for admission, interviews with family or significant others and obtain information from previous treatment providers to help determine appropriate level of care. They will present case presentations to the physician on social work recommendations and assist in providing crisis intervention, family education and counseling as needed. Coordinates discharge plans and facilities appropriate referrals for continued treatment.

Responsibilities

• Screening, developing, monitoring, and coordinating client placement plans while ensuring that services and placement plans meet the client’s needs and expectations.
• Serve as a key advisor to a program director and develop strategies and objectives to accomplish the goals of the client as well as the facility.
• Member of a care team in order to coordinate and integrate with community support programs.
• Experience with policies and procedures pertaining to the care and placement of the client.
• Serve as a liaison for clinical departments or between hospital and community support programs.
• Ensure objectives and priorities for patients are in line with the department and in support of overall hospital goals.
• Able to contribute to a high performance environment characterized by positive leadership and strong teamwork.
• Experience with risk assessment and understands cost benefit and the impact of placement options.
• Understand HIPAA regulatory policies and procedures such as those outlined by the Joint Commission and HIPAA.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work from a graduate school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education (CSWE) with licensure eligibility and a minimum of two years of related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Seven years’ experience in a mental health hospital setting or social service delivery system.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases.
• Knowledge of the mental health delivery system in Georgia and understanding of DSM-V, ability to perform crisis intervention techniques and group therapy techniques, skilled in a variety of therapeutic models and interventions as directly related to area of assignment.

Shift / Salary / Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position).

Pay Band: 11.

Salary: to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.

Benefits may include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months may be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Conditions of Employment

• All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
• If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and/or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
• For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.