What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS ESH Psychiatric Social Worker 3 position at State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health...?
Description
DSHS ESH Psychiatric Social Worker 3
Are you excited about an opportunity to help people experiencing behavioral health issues find hope and lead more fulfilling lives?
Join our team where you'll make a positive impact in peoples lives!
You'll provide the professional and specialist social work skills and services to those in our Competency Evaluation and Treatment Program (CEPT) of the Forensic Services Unit (FSU).
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.
Some of what you'll do
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary treatment team as a core member in treatment planning, problem-solving, discharge planning, and other treatment issues
- Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments
- Primary interdisciplinary treatment team contact person with families, Behavioral Health Organization liaisons, and community providers
- Complete referrals for patient resources as needed (e.g., financial, residential, and substance abuse treatment)
- Complete conditions for Less Restrictive Alternative court orders and court reports
- Provide court testimony when requested
- Complete documentation
- Represent the social work department on assigned committees and workgroups
- Provide backup coverage for other social workers
Who should apply
- Professionals with a master's degree in social work and 2 years of experience working as a social worker in an inpatient or outpatient mental health setting
- Experience in the provision of direct therapeutic intervention to people with a serious and persistent behavioral health condition/co-occurring disorder diagnosis
- Experience working within an interdisciplinary treatment team framework and working with a wide variety of community social service agencies
Desired
- Working knowledge of group behavior and dynamics
- Experience in intervening and de-escalating crisis/dangerous situations
- Knowledge of mental illness and recovery principles
- Experience demonstrating the principles of universal precautions and infection control practices
- Ability to work with difficult or angry patients in a therapeutic, non-threatening manner
- Knowledge regarding psychotropic medications
When applying, please include
- Three professional references with current contact information in your application
Questions? Please contact sean.brauner@dshs.wa.gov and reference #00202
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that People find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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