Inpatient Therapist (MSW) - Psychosocial Care & Discharge

CMC Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

College Medical Center Phoenix seeks an Inpatient Therapist to evaluate patients and families, identify factors affecting care, and implement social work treatment plans within the health team. Required: MSW, Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card, Associate Clinical Social Worker licensure in Arizona, and prior healthcare experience.

Strong communication and patient service skills are essential in this supportive, autonomous setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work.
• Current Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to patient care.
• Demonstrated skill in patient assessment, care planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, written, and oral) and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients and families
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized care and discharge plans
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and supportive services to patients and families
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care
• Educate patients and families on available community resources and support services
• Make mandated reports and ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement activities

Skills

Patient assessment

Care planning

Intervention

Evaluation

Communication skills

Customer service

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Associate Clinical Social Worker licensing

Job description

College Medical Center Phoenix seeks an Inpatient Therapist to evaluate patients and families, identify factors affecting care, and implement social work treatment plans within the health team. Required: MSW, Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card, Associate Clinical Social Worker licensure in Arizona, and prior healthcare experience.

Strong communication and patient service skills are essential in this supportive, autonomous setting.