Social Work Assistant (Caseworker)

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

13 holidays

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Danville, VA, seeks a Social Work Assistant (Caseworker) to support discharge planning for psychiatric inpatients at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute (72-bed facility).

The role focuses on comprehensive needs assessment, psychosocial evaluations, and coordinated services with treatment teams. A BSW and valid driver's license are required; a statewide sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered plus extensive state benefits.

Qualifications

• BSW from accredited school; case/work experience as applicable.
• Valid driver’s license required and must remain in good standing.
• Experience in psychiatric inpatient case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning for assigned patients on the unit.
• Provide psychosocial assessments and social work services on the unit.

Skills

Case management

Resource coordination

Documentation in EHR

Written and verbal communication

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Title: Social Work Assistant (Caseworker)

State Role Title: 49014

Hiring Range: $60,790 - $83,891

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southern Va Mental Health Inst

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/svmhi/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

$5,000 sign-on bonus for those new to State service with a 1-year tenure agreement!

Exceptional State Benefits Include

• 13 paid holidays, 12+ paid vacation days, 8 paid sick days and 4+ paid family personal days per year; Family Medical Leave, Short- and Long-term disability coverage; Low-cost, comprehensive Anthem or AETNA health insurance benefits; Group life and optional life insurance, and Flexible Reimbursement accounts.

Other State Benefits Include

• Referral Bonuses
• State Employee Discounts and More!

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental services support individuals by promoting recovery, self-determination, and wellness in all aspects of life. DBHDS operates 12 facilities: 8 behavioral health facilities for adults, a training center, a psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, a medical center, and a center for behavioral rehabilitation. State facilities provide highly structured, intensive services for individuals with mental illness, intellectual disability, or need substance use disorder services. DBHDS is committed to a life of possibilities for all Virginians. This position will work at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute, a 72-bed Joint Commission accredited State Mental Health Facility, located in Danville, VA.

The Social Work Department is seeking a Case Manager whose responsibilities will focus on completing tasks relevant to the State Hospital 30-day LOS (Length of Stay) pilot initiative. We are seeking an energetic, clinically skilled, organized individual to provide a range of casework activities related to a comprehensive needs assessment involving each patient’s discharge planning process for psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting. This position will serve as a Case Manager, providing an array of services including Case Management, psychosocial assessments, and social work services on the unit and may serve on department and facility committees. The Case Manager will coordinate the discharge planning needs of assigned patients, with treatment team and CSB staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Fundamental knowledge of the principles, practices, services and techniques of case management.
• Demonstrated ability and skills to assist in coordinating resources for patients.
• Ability to perform duties at a fast pace with frequent change.
• Ability to interact with other professionals from various disciplines.
• Ability to maintain safety precautions.
• Ability to form a working relationship with patients and families; determine and select services; and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be able to provide thorough documentation in an electronic health record (EHR).

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) from an accredited school of social work with case work/group work experience.

A valid driver’s license is required and must remain valid and in good standing throughout employment.

This Position Will Also Require

• Ability to work in a secure and locked environment with individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms of mental illness and/or additional forensic/legal involvement. Fundamental knowledge of the principles, practices, services and techniques of case management.
• Ability and skills to assist in coordinating resources for patients.
• Ability to perform duties at a fast pace with frequent change.
• Ability to interact with other professionals from various disciplines.
• Ability to maintain safety precautions.
• Ability to form a working relationship with patients and families; determine and select services; and communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in collaboratively working with various community social service and behavioral health agencies.
• Experience as a Case Worker in a psychiatric healthcare facility, acute care, long-term or correctional setting.
• Veterans and people with National Service.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English.

A successful fingerprint-based criminal history check, drug screen, and reference checks are required for the selected candidate for this position. Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific “barrier” crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending “barrier” charges.

Employees may be required to disclose immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. If you have any questions, contact the Office of Human Resources.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS, to get their Certificate of Disability. To obtain a Certificate of Disability go to: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at [phone] for assistance.

DBHDS is an equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

SVMHI uses Form I-9 and E-Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment.

SVMHI is a smoke and vape-free facility in all buildings and outside facility grounds.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.