Social Worker Lead

Workster; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $7,500

Relocation assistance based on case evaluation

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Gainesville, Florida, is seeking a qualified Social Worker to coordinate clinical services and manage case activities. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work, relevant licensure, and experience in social services, particularly in behavioral health. Responsibilities include educational planning, scheduling, and collaboration with medical staff. This position offers a sign-on bonus and potential relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Must hold Social Work license (LCSW) in Florida.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required.
• 2-4 years of experience in Social Services or Case Management preferred.
• 2-4 years experience in social services/case management preferred; leadership experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Florida Baker Act Law required.
• Discharge planning, case management, and group facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate clinical services as per guidelines.
• Provide case management and educational activities.
• Schedule social work department and collaborate with medical staff.
• Schedule the social work department and collaborate with physicians and nurses.
• Attend treatment team daily with utilization review personnel.

Skills

Leadership/management experience

Behavioral health knowledge

Educational activities planning

Leadership

Education

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Sign on bonus up to 7,500 depending on interview and experience.

Relocation on a case by case basis

POSITION SUMMARY:

· Plans, organizes, directs, defines and coordinates clinical services necessary to meet the legal, organizational, medical staff and regulatory agencies guidelines.

· Provide case management, education and discharge planning.

· Performs community and educational activities.

· Responsible for scheduling of social work department.

· Will work closely with physicians, nurses, utilization review department and will attend treatment team daily.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work REQUIRED
• Social Work license (LCSW) in the state of Florida required.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• 2-4 years experience in Social Services and/or Case Management experience preferred and experience with behavioral health patients a plus. Successful leadership/management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of FL Baker Act Law required
• Prior experience needed in discharge planning, case management, facilitating groups