Social Worker II Inpatient Full-time
Pacific Grove
Summary
Plan, direct, define and coordinate individualized and group therapeutic support and services to patients with behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use and physical and emotional abuse.
Job description
Purpose Statement
Plan, direct, define and coordinate individualized and group therapeutic support and services to patients with behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use and physical and emotional abuse.
Essential Functions
- Conduct psychosocial assessment of patient and develop an effective treatment plan that applies therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Through patient 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.
- Provide crisis intervention and assist families in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meeting to discuss psychosocial assessment, treatment planning and ongoing discharge planning.
- Identify, assess and coordinate patient cases and anticipate their needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education and home/community services.
- Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
- May conduct intakes and assist in coordinating placements within facility programs.
- Promote recovery, symptom reduction and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
- Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
- Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
- Manage a caseload and maintain accurate and timely documentation to assure patient records comply with facility and accreditation standards.
- 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.
Other Functions
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university or a new graduate of accredited master's degree social work program with successful completion of social work field education, internship or similar practicum through master's degree program required.
- Two or more years' experience working with patient population preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- State licensure, as required by the state in which the facility operates; which could include: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university or a new graduate of accredited master's degree social work program with successful completion of social work field education, internship or similar practicum through master's degree program required.
- Two or more years' experience working with patient population preferred.
- State licensure, as required by the state in which the facility operates; which could include: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 8 paid holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- FSAs and HSAs
- Company-paid Life insurance
- Long and short term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
Company overview
Pacific Grove Hospital is a nationally recognized 68-bed acute psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment center located in Riverside, California. As a premier mental health and addiction treatment facility serving the Riverside and Corona regions, the hospital provides comprehensive whole-person care for adults struggling with psychiatric disorders and chemical dependency. The facility operates on a 4.5-acre campus with three specialized treatment units, each featuring private courtyards, patient lounges, and semi-private rooms. Pacific Grove offers a range of evidence-based programs including acute psychiatric care for conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and personality disorders; specialized geriatric psychiatric services for individuals aged 65 and older; comprehensive chemical dependency treatment with medically managed detoxification; and outpatient programs including partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services. The hospital is JCAHO certified and accepts major insurance providers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and others. With a dedicated team of mental health professionals, Pacific Grove Hospital focuses on transformative patient experiences through integrated treatment approaches that address mind, body, and spirit, preparing patients for sustainable recovery and improved quality of life.