Social Worker, MSW - Mental Health - Full Time Days Bridgeton

Job description

MAJOR FUNCTION:
Provides social work services and psychosocial/family assessments in accordance with professional standards and requirements of licensing/accrediting bodies. Develops and implements psychosocial activities. Documents both group and individual patient care intervention and outcomes in a timely manner.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an Accredited college or university required.
• A minimum of one year in social work or related psychiatric field.
• Experience in an acute care hospital or inpatient psychiatric unit and knowledge of community resources are preferred.

Certification/Licensure:
• License eligible required (A passing score on the ASWB Social Work LSW Exam and within 8 months maintain current NJ LSW).
• Current Welle training required within introductory period.

Knowledge & Skills:
• Thorough knowledge of the causation, symptoms and effects of mental illnesses.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of DSM V Manual, community resources, discharge planning activities, basic leadership skills, and decision-making ability.
• Must have the ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.

Physical Requirements:
N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)
Lifting N Standing F Sitting F
Lifting 20-50lbs N Climbing O Kneeling O
Lifting>50lbs N Crouching O Reaching O
Carrying O Hearing C Walking F
Pushing O Talking C Vision C
Environmental Conditions :
Noise F Varied Temperatures O Cleaning Agents N
Noxious odors N Patient Exposure C Operative Equipment O
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