Social Worker - BSW

Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Family sick leave

401(k) match

Job summary

Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine seeks a Social Worker (BSW) to join our multidisciplinary team in a brand-new facility providing short-term, acute intervention for adults and geriatric patients.

The role focuses on psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and discharge coordination as part of integrated clinical care. We offer competitive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• BSW required; other degrees not considered
• Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers preferred or required
• Documented behavioral health training within the past year
• Eligible to meet hospital standards
• One year of acute geriatric behavioral health experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Completing psychosocial assessments and treatment plans
• Leading individual, family, and group therapy
• Coordinating discharge and aftercare planning
• Supporting community outreach and education efforts
• Collaborating closely with clinical and medical teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers

Job description

Description

Full-Time Social Worker (BSW)
Location: Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine (KCBM)
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Pay: Based on Experience
Equal Opportunity Employer

Join a Team That Makes a Difference
Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine (KCBM) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker (BSW) to join our multidisciplinary behavioral health team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a brand-new facility focused on improving lives through short-term, acute intervention for adults and geriatric patients.

About Us
KCBM is a 64-bed inpatient hospital providing care to individuals experiencing behavioral health and substance use crises. We offer inpatient, IOP, and PHP services, serving both adult and geriatric populations. KCBM is a joint venture between National Health Corporation (NHC), Tennova Healthcare, and the University of Tennessee Medical Center – Knoxville.

Your Role
As a Social Worker, you will play a vital role in patient care by:

• Completing psychosocial assessments and treatment plans
• Leading individual, family, and group therapy
• Coordinating discharge and aftercare planning
• Supporting community outreach and education efforts
• Collaborating closely with clinical and medical teams

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution. BSWs only need apply, other degrees will not considered

Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers

Training:

Documented training related to behavioral health within the past year

Eligible to meet hospital standards

Experience:

One (1) year experience in an acute geriatric behavioral health setting preferred

What We Offer

New, modern facility with growth opportunities

Paid vacation, sick leave, and family sick leave

Competitive benefits package including 401(k) match

Our Mission
We are committed to improving quality of life through personalized behavioral health care in a safe, supportive environment. Our vision is to connect families, communities, and providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care—one patient at a time.

EOE

Training - Social Services

Expert

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