Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Social Worker is responsible for performing patient evaluations, delivering therapeutic counseling, and connecting patients and their families to necessary resources. This role involves working closely with healthcare professionals to aid in treatment planning and to deliver case management services in both community and clinical environments.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ behavioral health needs.
- Provide counseling services to patients and their families.
- Facilitate connections to community resources for support.
- Collaborate with medical staff on treatment options and care decisions.
- Offer casework services to individuals in various settings.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a relevant field.
- Current state licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (CSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
- Certification in Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.
