Social Worker - Behavioral Health, Outpatient
Company: St. Joseph Health / Covenant Health
Location: orange
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Location: Orange, CA Work Schedule: Part Time - 60 Biweekly Hours Shift: 8-hour, Days **Job Summary:** Utilizes knowledge of psychiatric and chemical dependency
treatment and community resources in planning for the treatment of
patients in various Behavioral Health Services programs. Organizes
and leads groups and individual therapy sessions to meet the
treatment needs of Behavioral Health Services patients. **Essential Functions:** + Initiates preliminary discharge plan within 24 hours and
completes psycho-social assessments within 3 days of admission. + Includes the patient and family or S.O. when indicated and
with required releases in the assessment process. + Function as the coordinator of all discharge planning needs
for all patients assigned as part of assigned caseload and
aggressively pursue the most appropriate and timely discharge of
those patients. + Actively participates in the Treatment Team process and
ensures the development of the patients' treatment plan within 3
days of admission. + Brings information from direct interactions with the patient
and the family to the Treatment Team, the nursing staff and the
attending physician. + Demonstrates ability to communicate and consult with other
mental health professionals on staff and in the Community. + Provides concise and accurate charting of patient
progress. + Works cooperatively with physicians and other treatment team
members and stays current on the documentation of other members of
the Treatment Team. + Demonstrates the ability to function independently and to take
initiative to assess and deliver comprehensive social services. + Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks, work at a rapid and
productive pace and making effective use of their time. + Assumes responsibility for professional development and
on-going education including all requirements to maintain of
current licensure. + Demonstrates good judgment regarding consulting with Clinical
Program Coordinator, Managers, Director, Physicians and other
Departments. + Demonstrates working knowledge of psychiatric and/or chemical
dependency and treatment modalities. + Understands the principles of group dynamics and possess the
experience required to provide a variety of psycho-dynamically
oriented groups to meet the needs of patients as prescribed in
their treatment plans. + Demonstrates ability to relate in a therapeutic and supportive
manner with all patients and their families. + Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. + Plans for the discharge needs of patients from the time of
their admission to their final discharge from the program. + Responsible for providing an appropriate aftercare plan to
each patient including who patient will be continuing in treatment
with post discharge. + Takes responsibility for working with supervisor on covering
the clinical responsibilities of the position for planned absences
and other administrative issues. + Charts on service patient interactions and activity in a
concise and accurate manner within 24 hours of providing the
service. **Skills:** + Knowledge of psychiatric/chemical dependency treatment
modalities. + Knowledge of community housing and treatment resources for
purposes of providing. + Ability to facilitate a variety of process oriented or
didactic therapeutic groups. + Ability to function independently, assume assignments of the
program and actively participate in the team process. + Resolve problems with colleagues or supervisor directly
according to chain of command. + Ability to work collaboratively with treatment team. + Be a positive ambassador for the program to the rest of the
Hospital and the Community. + Actively partner with supervisor to resolve problems until the
best outcome is reached. + Participate in all required Hospital initiatives including
mandatory training and certification, etc. + Demonstrate an understanding regulatory and compliance
requirements for behavioral health and substance use disorders. + Working knowledge of LPS mental health law and how to access
these services for patients. + Understanding of expectations of the Office of Patients
Rights. + Understanding of HIPAA requirements for mental health
services. + Knowledge and understanding of DMH, Policy, Title 22 and TJC
regulations. **Minimum Position Requirements:** **Education:** Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work,
Marriage and Family Therapy, related field or Ph.D in Psychology or
PsyD. **Licenses/Certifications:** + Current license as a LCSW, MFT or Clinical Psychologist. + Basic Life Support. + MAB or within 90 days of hire. **Preferred Position Qualifications:** **Experience:** + Two (2) years experience on an acute psychiatric service in a
hospital setting. + Two (2) years in a position that required participation on an
Interdisciplinary Treatment Team **Apply Today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive
a text message with additional questions from our Modern Hire
system.** Compassion. Dignity. Justice. Excellence. Integrity. These timeless values form the heart and soul of St. Joseph
Hospital. They are the prime reason that we attract and retain
high-caliber employees who believe in the sanctity of their work in
our faith-based setting. As a result of this affinity, most of our employees have
remained with us for at least five years. Over 40 percent of our
new employees were either referred by friends or applied to work at
St. Joseph based on our reputation. It is little wonder, then, that
retention rate is significantly higher than the average for
healthcare institutions in our community. Clinical Excellence When you take the latest in medical technology and place it in
the hands of highly skilled clinicians, recognition is sure to
follow. In July 2007, 2008 and 2009, St. Joseph Hospital was named
one "America's Best Hospitals" for Orthopedic Care by U. S. News
and World Report. This highly esteem recognition is testimony to
our unique blend medical science and compassionate, values-based
care. A haven that feels like home. St. Joseph Hospital offers a unique environment in which
healthcare givers who share a kindred spirit can do important work
and grow both spiritually and professionally. Here, values-based
employees view their jobs not simply as careers but also as
callings. Care to get acquainted? Then we warmly invite you to explore the
many career opportunities offered by St. Joseph Hospital! St. Joseph Hospital provides equal employment opportunities
(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or
genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, St. Joseph
Hospital complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the
company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training. Positions specified as "on call/per diem" refers to employment
consisting of shifts scheduled on as "as needed basis" to fill in
for staff vacancies. Company: St. Joseph Hospital Orange Category: Social Work Req ID: R331650
Keywords: St. Joseph Health / Covenant Health, Orange , Social Worker - Behavioral Health, Outpatient, Other , orange, California
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