What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Social Worker Specialist position at Nightingale's List?
Nightingale's List is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Social Worker for a local contract job in California.
Job Overview
This role is pivotal in providing mental health services to inmates, ensuring their well-being and rehabilitation. Gain unparalleled experience in a unique environment with a competitive compensation package.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver mental health services under the guidance of the Senior Psychologist or Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage psychiatric disorders, ensuring the formulation of effective treatment plans.
- Participate in crisis interventions, group psychotherapy, and face-to-face interviews, potentially at cell fronts.
- Document all care provided, including participation in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IOTT) meetings.
- Perform mental status exams and review pertinent documents to aid in diagnosis.
- Facilitate patient transitions within the institution and assist with their pre-release, ensuring their connection to external mental health programs.
- Maintain safety and security, ensuring proper conduct of inmates to prevent any harm.
About the Role
This Licensed Clinical Social Worker position requires a minimum of 12 continuous months of similar experience within the last 3 years. Proficiency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory for effective communication and patient care.
The ideal candidate will have current LCSW certification valid in California and be able to comprehend and adhere to CA and CDCR laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
