Social Worker - BSW

Nhccare; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

401(k) match

Job summary

Knoxville Center for Behavioral Medicine (KCBM) is hiring a Social Worker (BSW) to join a multidisciplinary behavioral health team in a brand-new facility focused on short-term, acute intervention for adults and geriatrics. The role emphasizes psychosocial assessments, therapy, discharge planning, and community outreach, with competitive benefits including a 401(k) match.

A Bachelor’s in Social Work and ACSW affiliation are preferred, with at least one year in geriatric behavioral health

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• ACSW membership required or pursued as part of professional standing.
• Documented training related to behavioral health within the past year.
• One year of experience in an acute geriatric behavioral health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Lead individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Coordinate discharge and aftercare planning.
• Support community outreach and education efforts.
• Collaborate with clinical and medical teams.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

ACSW membership

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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