Sutter Health Sacramento , CA 94204
Posted 5 days ago
Organization:
SCP-Sutter Center for Psychiatry
Position Overview:
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, individual/group treatment, family therapy, discharge and aftercare planning to patient and their families. The incumbent will have competency in delivering services and treatments based of recovery-oriented services, family systems, and evidenced based treatments. Incumbent provides consultation and training on psychosocial aspects of human behavior and complex environments. The incumbent is the primary contact for involving and educating patients, families, and significant others in the process of treatment and mental health recovery. Serves as a liaison to community programs and develops strategic partnerships to enhance aftercare plans of patients and their families. Participates on Committees as required. Other duties may be required or assigned.
Job Description:
EDUCATION
HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
Master's: Social work from an accredited university by the Council on Social Work Education
Other: LCSW who provides clinical supervision will have completed 15 contact hours of supervision training according to BBSE guidelines required.
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Strong clinical skills in psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, counseling, interdisciplinary collaboration and linkage with resources.
Knowledgeable in child, adolescent, adult and geriatric psychopathology as well as psychiatric interventions.
Must be knowledgeable with psychiatric, psychosocial and legal issues and substance misuse/abuse and chemical dependency assessment and treatment, understanding of current insurance benefits and restrictions in the area of mental health, knowledgeable of DSM-IV-TR, family systems therapy and crisis intervention models.
Knowledge of child, elder and dependent adult abuse and domestic violence reporting requirements and other significant regulations affecting clinical social work practice (e.g. Tarasoff, patient-psychotherapist privilege).
Knowledge of suicidal behavior and homicidal, and the skills necessary to assess lethality, and to develop appropriate treatment plans.
Knowledge and understanding of human behavior and communication, psychotherapy, case management, and the influence of cultural and spiritual values in social work practice.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide psychosocial care appropriate to the age-specific needs of children, adolescents, adults and elders.
Knowledge of individual and family development over the life spans.
Knowledge of substance misuse and abuse and co-occurring disorders
Knowledge of recovery-oriented services, family systems, and evidenced based treatments (e.g., Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interview, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention, etc.)
Demonstrate ability to plan, organize, set and accomplish objectives.
Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, problem solving and decision making skills.
Must exhibit excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
Work is performed with many interruptions.
Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills, to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities and competing demands.
Must be able to occasionally flex time to handle emergencies.
Job Shift:
Days
Schedule:
Full Time
Shift Hours:
8
Days of the Week:
Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Weekend Requirements:
Sunday
Benefits:
Yes
Unions:
Yes
Position Status:
Exempt
Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Status:
Regular
Number of Openings:
0
This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $37.42 to $56.12 / hour
The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
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