Licensed Social Worker/Therapist (Inpatient)

Job description

Welcome This Licensed Mental Health Therapist position includes a market competitive benefit and compensation package with a salary range of $70,000-$75,000 wmc26 - Conduct interviews upon admission to identify the strengths and needs of the patient and the family. Along with the psychiatrists, nurses, and occupational therapist, help to develop treatment goals for the hospital stay and beyond. - Provide information and supportive counseling to patients and families in relation to the illness itself and how it affects relationships, work/school performance, and family life. - Primary point of contact for the family. When appropriate, provide the family with information and arrange and conduct meetings to facilitate communication among patient, family and care team members. This is often vital to the transition of the patient when discharged and to the long-term success of treatment. - Conduct therapeutic groups to help patients with coping skills. - Guide patients’ contact with agencies in the community and provide most of the information for follow-up. Planning for aftercare is a collaborative process with patient, family, the treatment team, and outside services. - Provide person...