Licensed Social Worker - Forensic & Treatment Specialist

State of Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a licensed Independent Social Worker to join our team. The role centers on developing and reviewing individualized treatment plans with patients and the interdisciplinary team, monitoring progress, and documenting outcomes in a timely manner.

In addition to clinical duties, you will collaborate with legal representatives and courts on competency restoration and other forensic activities, ensure safe discharge

Qualifications

• Requires current license as independent social worker (i.e., LISW) as issued by State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist Board.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized treatment plans with the patients and interdisciplinary team
• Monitor patient progress and modify interventions based on clinical needs and treatment response
• Document clinical services assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately and timely
• Identify patient strengths, treatment needs, risk factors, barriers to discharge and available support
• Collaborate with legal representatives, courts, attorneys, probation/parole personnel and other authorized agencies as appropriate
• Assist with evaluations and treatment activities related to competency restoration, criminal responsibility, or other forensic treatment requirements
• Maintain awareness of court orders, legal requirements and patient rights affecting treatment and discharge planning
• Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with external facilities, agencies, and support services to facilitate referrals and ensure effective follow up.
• Assess housing, transportation, financial, employment, healthcare and community support needs
• Coordinate referrals to outpatient mental health services, residential programs, community providers and other resources

Skills

Mental Health

Job description

Behavioral Health - Summit Behavioral Healthcare in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking a licensed Independent Social Worker to join our team. The role centers on developing and reviewing individualized treatment plans with patients and the interdisciplinary team, monitoring progress, and documenting outcomes in a timely manner.

In addition to clinical duties, you will collaborate with legal representatives and courts on competency restoration and other forensic activities, ensure safe discharge