Social Worker - BSW

AdamsPlace; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Family sick leave

401(k) match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine (KCBM) seeks a dedicated Social Worker (BSW) to join our brand-new inpatient facility focused on short-term, acute intervention for adults and geriatric patients. This full-time role is part of a multidisciplinary behavioral health team and offers the opportunity to impact patient care from day one.

Responsibilities include completing psychosocial assessments and treatment plans, leading individual, family, and group therapy, coordinating discharge and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution; BSWs only need apply, other degrees will not be considered.
• Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW) is preferred.
• Documented training related to behavioral health within the past year; eligible to meet hospital standards.

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.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Individual therapy

Family therapy

Group therapy

Discharge planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers

Job 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
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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.

Apply today

to join a compassionate, growing team at Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine.

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