Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker — Weekend Differential

Signet Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 63,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC seeks an experienced social work professional for inpatient psychiatric services. The role involves coordinating care, facilitating groups, and ensuring timely documentation in compliance with Joint Commission standards.

The position requires active DC LPC/LICSW/LGSW licensure and at least two years in an adult psychiatric inpatient or related setting, with flexibility for a PRN schedule and weekend differential pay.

Qualifications

• Requires active DC social work license (LPC/LICSW/LGSW).
• Minimum 2 years' experience in adult inpatient psychiatric unit or substance use facility.
• Experience facilitating access to community resources and conducting therapeutic groups.

Responsibilities

• Maintains contact with nursing homes, medical-surgical units and other facilities to promote the program and educate about services.
• Provides ongoing communications with referral sources concerning patient status.
• Participates in agency training programs and in-services.
• Provides quality clinical documentation per Joint Commission and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication and teamwork across disciplines.
• Gathers and treats patients with psychiatric/behavioral health disorders and conducts psychosocial assessments.
• Develops interdisciplinary treatment plans and adapts to a fast-paced environment.
• Exhibits problem-solving and strong oral/written communication skills.
• Maintains CPI and BLS/CPR certifications as required.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Crisis intervention

Case management

Education

Active DC LPC/LICSW/LGSW license

Job description

MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC seeks an experienced social work professional for inpatient psychiatric services. The role involves coordinating care, facilitating groups, and ensuring timely documentation in compliance with Joint Commission standards.

The position requires active DC LPC/LICSW/LGSW licensure and at least two years in an adult psychiatric inpatient or related setting, with flexibility for a PRN schedule and weekend differential pay.