School Social Worker - Forest City Regional School District

Friendship House; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship House in Carbondale, PA is seeking a qualified mental health professional to provide individual and group treatment. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology, and experience treating children and adolescents with mental health issues.

Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, documenting services, and advocating for clients. A commitment to professional growth through ongoing education is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Licensed professional preferred for counseling or social work.
• Experience working with children and families in mental health contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment consistent with therapeutic needs of clients.
• Conduct initial evaluations of clients’ mental health problems.
• Document all client services and maintain proper records.
• Complete necessary clinical documentation and treatment plans.
• Participate in team meetings and case reviews.
• Attend professional development workshops and seminars.
• Advocate for clients and ensure their rights are protected.

Skills

Experience treating children/adolescents with mental health issues

Evidence-based trauma therapy model

Education

License or Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Details

Location: Carbondale, PA 18407-2304

Salary Range: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 / year

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family treatment consistent with treatment plan and identified therapeutic needs of clients(s), using up-to-date therapy methods/models
• Conduct initial evaluations of clients’ mental health problems and formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan, consistent with clinical standards
• Document all client services/contacts in client record
• Complete all necessary clinical documentation, assessments, treatment plans and reviews, and evaluations/summaries in a timely manner following program procedures
• Complete necessary documentation required for managed care/Insurance authorizations and reauthorizations
• Participate in staff/clinical team meetings, supervision, and case reviews for administrative purposes and the development and implementation of client treatment
• Attend workshops, seminars, conferences, etc., for continued professional growth, to stay abreast of best practices, and/or to ensure relevant skills and knowledge for effective performance
• Refer child, adolescent and/or family for additional or alternative services, as indicated
• Advocate for clients, their rights and assist clients in ensuring their rights are protected and preserved
• Enter and maintain daily schedule into computer as required by departmental procedures
• Comply with Agency policies and procedures, including those regarding conduct, confidentiality, and record keeping

Qualifications

• License or Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field preferred, bachelors considered
• Experience treating children/adolescents with mental health issues and their families
• Experience with evidence based/supported trauma therapy model a plus