Psychosocial Services Specialist: Care Coordination & Education

Oceans Healthcare; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital in Abilene, TX seeks a Social Services Associate to support psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and psychoeducational groups under supervision. The role involves gathering information for biopsychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission and assisting in treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology and experience with mentally ill populations; BLS certification and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or related field.
• Experience with mentally ill populations preferred (adolescent, adults, geriatrics).
• BLS certification and de-escalation training as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in psychosocial assessments and discharge planning.
• Plan and conduct psychoeducational sessions for patients and families.
• Gather information for biopsychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission.
• Review multidisciplinary assessments and contribute to treatment planning.
• Provide case management under supervision and attend treatment team meetings.
• Identify patient-specific needs and communicate respectfully with families.

Skills

Communication skills

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology or related field

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital in Abilene, TX seeks a Social Services Associate to support psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and psychoeducational groups under supervision. The role involves gathering information for biopsychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission and assisting in treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology and experience with mentally ill populations; BLS certification and