Inpatient Behavioral Health Social Worker (LCSW)

University of Missouri Health Care; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision and dental insurance

Generous paid leave and holidays

Tuition assistance for employees

Retirement plans and discounts

Job summary

MU Health Care is seeking a compassionate social worker for an inpatient psychiatric unit. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop care and aftercare plans, and work with an interdisciplinary team to support patient stabilization and successful discharge.

The role emphasizes therapeutic interventions, collaboration with families and community partners, and commitment to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure by the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers board.
• Preferred: licensed supervision in a behavioral health environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete social service assessments of inpatients and contact families.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapies to stabilize symptoms.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans.

Skills

Empathy

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

LCSW licensure (Missouri)

Job description

MU Health Care is seeking a compassionate social worker for an inpatient psychiatric unit. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop care and aftercare plans, and work with an interdisciplinary team to support patient stabilization and successful discharge.

The role emphasizes therapeutic interventions, collaboration with families and community partners, and commitment to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.