What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Acadia Behavioral Health (Pioneer Behavioral Health)?
Employment Type: Full-Time
- Conduct social history assessment of the patient through observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
- Coordinate and plan programs and activities to meet patient’s social and emotional needs.
- Promote recovery, symptom reduction and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
- Provides crisis management and family sessions to assist the family in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
- Assist in the development of effective treatment plans that apply therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring safety at all times for the patient.
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meeting to discuss patient assessment, treatment plan and ongoing discharge plan.
- Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
- Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
- Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
