Social Services Clinician

Oceans Healthcare; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Eastern PA in Reading, PA is seeking a Social Services Clinician to assess patients, provide psychoeducation, and support discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team. The role requires a bachelor’s in behavioral health and involves coordinating with families and community resources.

Preference for a master’s degree and at least one year of behavioral health experience, with strong documentation and de-escalation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health–related field required; masters degree preferred but not requried depending on state licensure regulations.
• One year of experience in behavioral health, ideally in an acute care or similar setting, with exposure to evidence-based individual, group, and family interventions, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete thorough psychosocial assessments and initial evaluations within required timeframes.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Assess risk of harm to self or others and communicate concerns promptly.
• Provide age-appropriate group and individual psychoeducation and documentation per standards.
• Lead or contribute to discharge planning and collaborate with treatment team.
• Serve as primary contact for communication with patients, families, and external providers.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Treatment planning

Discharge planning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication with families

Documentation

Crisis de-escalation

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Eastern PA

Haven Behavioral Hospital of Eastern PA is an 86 bed acute-care Joint Commission Accredited psychiatric hospital that offers care for adults dealing with mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders. We are dedicated to partnering with individuals, families, and communities to improve the lives of patients through the delivery of high-quality, specialty behavioral health services.

Benefits We Offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.
401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Daily Pay
Paid Time Off
Competitive Market Compensation
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program

The Social Services Clinician is responsible for assessing and evaluating assigned patients, providing individual, family, and group psychoeducation, and serving as the primary contact for treatment and discharge planning. This position supports the therapeutic milieu and daily program schedule, helping maintain a safe and efficient treatment environment in accordance with facility policies and procedures. The Social Services Clinician also communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, high-quality care for all patients. All duties are performed according to Joint Commission, Federal and State Regulations, and Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Complete thorough psychosocial assessments and initial evaluations within required timeframes, including interviews with patients, families/guardians, and natural supports.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans that include measurable, strengths-based goals consistent with assessed patient needs.
• Assess patients for risk of harm to self or others and communicate concerns promptly to the attending practitioner and treatment team, using required documentation.
• Provide age-appropriate group psychoeducation and related activities.
• Provide individual and family psychoeducation as ordered or indicated, documenting all sessions per program standards.
• Seek clinical supervision and guidance from the clinical supervisor when clinical complications or questions arise.
• Participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, contributing to assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Serve as the primary point of communication for the treatment team with patients, families, caseworkers, outpatient providers, and other professionals.
• Lead or support discharge planning by identifying barriers early, coordinating with the team, and engaging families and community agencies.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with community agencies and resources relevant to patient care.
• Interact professionally and respectfully with patients, families, team members, and external entities, ensuring the treatment environment supports the program’s mission.
• Communicate treatment scope, limitations, changes in status, and the roles of team members to patients and families; may serve as court liaison when needed.
• Communicate issues requiring follow-up to the Director of Social Services and collaborate with team members to support exemplary treatment and customer service.
• Complete timely, legible, and thorough documentation for assessments, interventions, treatment plans, discharge planning, and incident reports per policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health–related field required; masters degree preferred but not requried depending on state licensure regulations.
• Preference for experience working on a clinical multidisciplinary team. One year of experience in behavioral health, ideally in an acute care or similar setting, with exposure to evidence-based individual, group, and family interventions, preferred.

Skills / Abilities:

• Ability to complete psychosocial assessments and identify patient needs.
• Skill in developing and updating individualized, measurable treatment plans.
• Ability to recognize clinical complications and appropriately seek supervision.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and external providers.
• Ability to maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation.
• Ability to interact professionally while upholding patient dignity, privacy, and safety.
• Must complete Basic Life Saving (BLS) course and an Oceans approved de-escalation course.

Work Environment:

Subject to many interruptions. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere. Work requires spending approximately 90% or more of the time inside a building that offers protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.