Social Worker-Psych
Company: Wilson Medical Center
Location: Wilson
Posted on: April 30, 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 requiredA Master's degree is requiredOther: Licensed Clinical
Social Worker with minimum 3 years providing care in mental health
and/or substance abuse. Required SkillsRequired Skills:1. Data
Entry using Electronic Medical Records2. Team player3. Ability to
handle a high-stress environment4. 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 hireHospital-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
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Keywords: Wilson Medical Center, Chapel Hill , Social Worker-Psych, Healthcare , Wilson, North Carolina
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