What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Work position at Nightingale's List?
Job Title:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Discipline: Social Work
- Duration: 24 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Local Contract
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.
Qualifications
- Must hold a current LCSW certification valid in California.
- A minimum of 12 continuous months of similar experience within the last 3 years. Internship experience does not apply.
- Proficiency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory for effective communication and patient care.
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.
- Comprehend and adhere to CA and CDCR laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
About Nightingale's List
Nightingale's List is a premier healthcare staffing agency based in California.
We offer diverse job opportunities across America.
We cater to the unique needs of our healthcare professionals.
Founded by a Registered Nurse, we deeply understand our staff's aspirations and challenges.
We go beyond providing jobs - we foster rewarding healthcare careers with comprehensive support and growth opportunities.
Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Weekly pay
