Weekend Residential Social Worker for Teens

Newport Academy; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Academy is seeking a Residential Services Social Worker to manage a regular caseload at a PrairieCare Residential Treatment Center for ages 10-18. The role focuses on group facilitation, treatment and discharge planning, care coordination, and active collaboration with caretakers and providers.

You will lead weekly treatment team meetings, update master treatment plans, and communicate plans across the care team to ensure patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required; MSW preferred.
• LSW license required; LICSW or LGSW preferred.
• One year of work or internship in social work or related field; healthcare setting preferred.
• Experience with electronic health records and coordinating care with teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate groups and lead adolescent psychoeducation.
• Develop and revise treatment and discharge plans.
• Coordinate care with caretakers and community providers.
• Communicate with the multidisciplinary team to advance the plan of care.
• Prepare and participate in care conferences and meetings.
• Provide psychoeducation on diagnosis, safety plans, and discharge steps.
• Maintain effective written and verbal communication with care staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Care coordination

Group facilitation

Documentation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Newport Academy is seeking a Residential Services Social Worker to manage a regular caseload at a PrairieCare Residential Treatment Center for ages 10-18. The role focuses on group facilitation, treatment and discharge planning, care coordination, and active collaboration with caretakers and providers.

You will lead weekly treatment team meetings, update master treatment plans, and communicate plans across the care team to ensure patient-centered care.