What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Social Worker or Therapist position at Psychiatric Medical Care?
Description
Title: PRN Social Worker or Therapist- As Needed
Location: Pocatello, ID- onsite- Behavioral Health Assessment Team (BHAT)
The Social Worker or Therapist on the BHAT is primarily responsible for conducting intakes and assessments for new admissions. If deemed there is a psychiatric need, they will help transition the patient to the behavioral health unit for further assessments and treatment. They will keep informed of important changes and issues which affect the population served including attending trainings and treatment team meetings. The social worker/therapist will educate patients and families on signs and symptoms of illness to prevent re-hospitalization and improve disease management skills. They will work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients. This is a PRN as needed position.
- Additional responsibilities assigned by the Program Director
Who we are:
PMC partners with hospitals and health systems to provide a stable approach to managing and evaluating inpatient behavioral health units. Our comprehensive services enhance clinical efficiency, reduce readmissions, eliminate census caps, ensure compliance, and improve patient outcomes.
PMC Provides Unmatched Clinical Support:
- The PMC Clinical Team is ready to support you every step of the way.
- We have online resources at your fingertips 24/7, including a group curriculum toolkit.
- We connect you with our top therapists/social workers for peer-to-peer training and support.
Requirements
- Licensure: License in Social Work or Counseling as recognized by the state; may include LISW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMSW etc. – required
- Work with kindness and accountability to enhance the quality of life for our patients. required
