LCSW — Perinatal Mental Health Unit (PRN)

Woman's; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site

PRN - As Needed

Job summary

The Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join the Perinatal Mental Health Unit on a PRN, on-site basis. This inpatient unit specializes in pregnancy and postpartum psychiatric care, requiring compassionate psychosocial assessment and collaborative treatment planning.

You will provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and care coordination, while documenting progress and connecting patients with community resources.

Qualifications

• Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the Louisiana State Board of Social Workers Examiners.
• Graduation from an accredited college with a degree in Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate patients' mental health status, strengths, challenges, and identify social determinants and barriers preventing long term wellness.
• Develop rapport and collaborate with patients, families, and the treatment team to develop individualized treatment plans that address mental health goals, including crisis intervention and long-term care planning.
• Provide individual and group counseling to patients, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, substance misuse, trauma, and coping strategies.
• Coordinate and monitor the delivery of mental health services, ensuring that patients have access to necessary outpatient resources, including therapy, follow up appointments and medication
• Advocate for patients' rights and needs within the mental health system, legal system, and community, ensuring they receive appropriate care and support.
• Provide immediate crisis intervention and support during mental health emergencies, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety.
• Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and strategies for managing symptoms and achieving recovery.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, documenting assessments, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Connect patients with community resources, support groups, and services that can assist in their recovery and improve their overall quality of life.
• Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, and other mental health professionals to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans and assist in the discharge planning process. Make post-acute appointments for follow up care as necessary.
• Adhere to ethical standards and principles of social work, ensuring that patient confidentiality and autonomy are respected.
• Perform other duties assigned by department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

LCSW licensure

MSW degree

Job description

The Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join the Perinatal Mental Health Unit on a PRN, on-site basis. This inpatient unit specializes in pregnancy and postpartum psychiatric care, requiring compassionate psychosocial assessment and collaborative treatment planning.

You will provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and care coordination, while documenting progress and connecting patients with community resources.