SOCIAL WORKER (MA/MSW)- Weekend Only PRN 9am-5pm
UHS
Summary
Social Workers/Therapists are responsible for conducting therapeutic services for patients, interviewing and developing the psychological history, assessing the therapeutic needs of the individual and family, developing appropriate treatment objectives, and treatment plan updates for patients. Therapists conduct family sessions prior to discharge.
Job description
Responsibilities
Social Workers/Therapists are responsible for conducting therapeutic services for patients, interviewing and developing the psychological history, assessing the therapeutic needs of the individual and family, developing appropriate treatment objectives, and treatment plan updates for patients. Therapists conduct family sessions prior to discharge.
Social Workers/Therapists act as the patients' and families' primary contact during the patient's stay at the facility, as well as their advocate with the treatment team.
Social Workers/Therapists are also liaisons with outside agencies and individuals for the purpose of developing and coordinating discharge planning with the treatment team and family.
Any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, counseling or other related fields.
Experience: One (1) year direct clinical experience specific to family, individual and group therapy with adults, children and/or adolescents. For specialized issues or treatment modalities, training must be specific to include but not be limited to: sexual offending, substance abuse, sexual trauma, and relaxation therapy. Must have knowledge of human development over the life span.
License/Certification: Prefer license from the State of Georgia, such as LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LAPC, LPC.
Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills in order to document assessments, treatment planning and interventions into a meaningful document. Must be able to communicate with members of the interdisciplinary treatment team, managed care representatives, children, adolescents, adults and patient families in a clear and concise manner. Knowledge of individual, group and family therapy dynamics and techniques as related to cultural, social, economic, communication and role expectations within family systems. Knowledge of clinical skills to assess treatment dynamics accurately and develop effective treatment strategies within the overall treatment plan. Employees assigned to children and adolescents must have the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of child and adolescent needs, knowledge of growth and developmental stages and must possess an understanding of the range of treatment needed by this age group.
Physical Requirements: Minimal. May require response to crisis intervention.
Other: Performs other duties as may be assigned by the CEO, COO, and/or Director of Social Services.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in social work, counseling or other related fields from an accredited college or university
- One (1) year direct clinical experience specific to family, individual and group therapy with adults, children and/or adolescents
- Training specific to specialized issues or treatment modalities such as sexual offending, substance abuse, sexual trauma, and relaxation therapy
- Knowledge of human development over the life span
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of individual, group and family therapy dynamics and techniques
- Knowledge of clinical skills to assess treatment dynamics and develop effective treatment strategies
- Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of child and adolescent needs and knowledge of growth and developmental stages
- Preferred license from the State of Georgia such as LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LAPC, LPC
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.