PRN THERAPIST (MA/MSW) Inpatient

Palo Verde Behavioral Health; Tucson (AZ); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a compassionate, Masters-level Social Worker to join our inpatient team as a PRN/per diem employee. You will collaborate with patients, families, providers, and community partners to coordinate care, facilitate therapeutic services, and support individuals on their recovery journey.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will help patients build skills, confidence, and support systems for long-term success while upholding HIPAA and care

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• 2+ years of Behavioral Health experience preferred.
• Must obtain Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• CPR certification at hire and bi-annual renewal; Handle With Care within 30 days of hire.
• No license required.

Responsabilités

• Guide patients through recovery by providing support, coordination, advocacy and education.
• Coordinate care, facilitate therapeutic services, and support individuals toward recovery.
• Participate as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Maintain documentation that supports appropriate length of stay and referral level of care.
• Uphold HIPAA and high standards of patient confidentiality and care.

Connaissances

Care coordination

Advocacy

Patient education

Communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Master's or Doctoral degree in Social Work

Behavioral health-focused degree specialization

Outils

CPR certification

Handle With Care training

Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Description du poste

Responsibilities

Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and Master's-level Social Worker to join our supportive Inpatient team as a PRN/Per Diem Employee.. In this rewarding role, you'll work closely with patients, families, providers, and community partners to coordinate care, facilitate therapeutic services, and support individuals as they take important steps toward recovery. As part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while helping patients build the skills, confidence, and support systems needed for long-term success.

Palo Verde Behavioral Health is an 86-bed acute care behavioral health hospital serving adolescents and adults experiencing mental health and substance use challenges. We offer a full continuum of care, including inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs, and are proud of our reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality behavioral healthcare. Our team is dedicated to creating a supportive environment where patients can find hope, healing, and a path forward - where employees feel valued, connected, and inspired by the work they do.

What You’ll Do

• As a vital member of our treatment team, you'll help guide patients through their recovery journey by providing support, coordination, advocacy, and education. Every day offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Your Impact Will Include

• Be the Connection:Collaborate with referral sources, healthcare providers, and community partners to ensure seamless patient care. Participate in daily interdisciplinary team meetings, coordinate follow-up appointments, facilitate Adult Recovery Team meetings, and support urgent patient needs.
• Build Strong Relationships:Maintain regular communication with patients, families, and treatment professionals, ensuring everyone involved in the recovery process stays informed and supported.
• Champion Patient Engagement:Encourage patients to actively participate in their treatment journey, including group therapy, treatment planning, and discharge planning activities.
• Empower Recovery:Connect patients with valuable community resources and support services that promote long-term wellness and successful recovery after discharge.
• Ensure Compliance and Quality Care:Adhere to program guidelines, treatment protocols, and HIPAA requirements while supporting the highest standards of patient confidentiality and care.
• Advocate for Patients:Complete excellent documentation to support patients in an appropriate length of stay and acceptance to referral Level of Care.

Why This Role Matters

• In this role, you'll be more than a clinician or care coordinator—you'll be a trusted guide, advocate, and source of encouragement for individuals working toward recovery. Your contributions will help patients build the skills, support systems, and confidence they need to achieve lasting success.

Qualifications

• Education: Masters or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Professional Counseling or related degree.
• Experience: Experience coordinating care, familiarity with community resources, and ability to be self-organizing. Experience in the field of Behavioral Health for at least 2 years is preferred, does not have to be obtained post-Master's
• Licensure/Certification:No license is required
• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must be certified in CPR upon hire and bi-annually thereafter and must possess or obtain and be able to perform Handle With Care within 30 days of hire and re-certify as needed. Must complete all required mandatory in-services annually. Must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or the ability to obtain. Must be tested for Tuberculosis with a PPD skin test or chest x-ray upon hire and as required thereafter.
• One of the nation's largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune;ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies.
• Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build or acquire high quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 81,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.