Social Worker - Behavioral Health (LSW/LISW)

• Performs (or evaluates) initial assessment to determine social service needs of patient on physician referral.
• Develops a plan of care that directly stems from a comprehensive social work assessment with goals and appropriate social work interventions in conjunction with physician referral/orders.
• Provides (or assists in providing) direct social service interventions, including coordinating care plan interventions with other community agencies.
• Participates in the interdisciplinary team for the development and revisions of the Plan of Care.
• Re-evaluates and revises Plan of Care, as needed, with physician approval.
• Completes required documentation, including documenting services provided in the Clinical Record in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate Social Work Clinical Competencies.
• Participates in (or provides) in-service programs and other programs and meetings as needed.
• Participates in interdisciplinary care conferences as needed.
• Provide social service interventions such as:
• Offering specific facilitative functions, including but not limited to advocacy for entitlements, mobilization of resources and coordination of medical/community services, assistance with alternative living arrangements.
• Identify “at-risk” situations with appropriate social work interventions and needed community referrals.
• Facilitate planning for patients when level of care changes (i.e., alternative housing options and community referrals).
• Provide time limited supportive counseling as outlined in the individualized treatment plan and care givers.
• Maintain professional competency by participating in professional continuing education; staying informed on new developments and treatment modalities for clinical social work services related to medical/psychiatric patients.
• Perform other related duties based on departmental need.

The ideal candidate for the Behavioral Health Social Worker will have the following qualifications:

• Masters degree in Social Work required
• Two years of post-Master's experience in a health care setting.
• Demonstrated competence in medical social work, including the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team approach.
• Experience working as part of a team and working effectively with persons and communities from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.  The ability to work in a complex institutional structure requiring significant collaboration. 
• Strong planning and organizational skills.  
•  Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure, within strict time parameters, and with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
•  Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality. 
• Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral communication.  

• LSW required
• LISW preferred
• CPR certification is required
• Valid driver's license

Interested candidates can apply via our website at  vnaohio.org/careers

We offer a competitive salary and generous benefit package including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement and 403B.  You can learn more about VNA of Ohio at www.vnaohio.org.  VNA of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.