Social Worker-Psych
Company: Wilson Medical Center
Location: Wilson
Posted on: April 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Who We Are:People are our passion and purpose. -Work where you
are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Wilson
Medical Center, a 294-bed facility, we bring new and innovative
programs to those who matter the most - our community. With great
pride, we offer Growing Tree Child Care Center on-site daycare
where children are offered a nurturing, safe environment centered
around the needs of each child.Where We Are:Wilson residents enjoy
a community rich in educational, cultural, and social
opportunities. We are home to numerous athletic and water sports,
festivals, and arts and entertainment venues. From the beach to the
mountains, in Wilson, you are within easy driving distance of all
that North Carolina has to offer.Why Choose Us: - - - - - -Health
(Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- - - - - -Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank
package for full-time employees - - - - - -Employee Assistance
Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance - - -
- - -Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants - -
- - - -Opportunities for education and training through a
partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare - - - - - -Growing Tree
On-Site Childcare Facility - - - - - -And much more---Position
Summary:Assesses and evaluates assigned patients. Conducts
individual, family and/or group therapy. Functions as primary
contact for treatment and discharge planning. Promotes
implementation of therapeutic milieu and daily program schedule.
Maintains a safe and efficient working and treatment environment
per facility policies and procedures. Communicates effectively with
the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided to all
patients.Essential Functions1. Effectively performs as a treatment
team member, takes and active leadership in the treatment team
process.
2. Demonstrates the ability to increase awareness of existing
community resources to the patient, family, and caregivers.
3. Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate
recommendations of the treatment team to the patient, family,
caregivers, and other support systems.
4. Effectively interview patient, family members, and other support
systems to access the bio-psycho-social status of patients
scheduled for discharge. Formulates a discharge plan in a timely
manner that matches patients with organizations, settings, and
services best able to meet the needs of the patient. Provides
ongoing assessments during hospitalization to ensure appropriate
referrals based on status at the time of discharge.
5. Demonstrates the ability to integrate age-specific factors into
the plan of care and involves patient and family in the care plan
process.
6. Consistently conducts and documents a bio-psycho-social
assessment within 72 hours of admission.
7. Facilitates groups per Program Schedule.
8. Effectively counsels patients and their families regarding
psychosocial needs or problems.Reports to Director of Behavioral
HealthEEOC Statement:Wilson Medical Center is committed to
providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants, and
employees while complying with all applicable laws prohibiting
discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment
because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin,
disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual
orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by
applicable federal, state or local law.Qualifications -
ExternalMinimum Qualifications:A high school diploma or equivalent
is required
A Master's degree is required
Other: Licensed Clinical Social Worker with minimum 3 years
providing care in mental health and/or substance abuse.
-Required Skills
Required Skills:
1. Data Entry using Electronic Medical Records
2. Team player
3. Ability to handle a high-stress environment
4. Ability to communicate and react effectively to the unique needs
of the patients on the behavioral health unit.
Required License/Certifications:
Preferred- Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker.
BLS required, or obtained during the first week of hire
Hospital-approved Behavioral Management Program will be
provided..Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and
are looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords: Wilson Medical Center, Wilson , Social Worker-Psych, Other , Wilson, North Carolina
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