NOTE: This position is currently filled. However, it is the policy of Freedom Behavioral to continue to take applications so that we can ensure there is no disruption in patient care if a vacancy occurs.

The Clinical Social Service Director assumes responsibility for the functioning and communication within the social service department.
The Clinical Social Worker participates as an integral professional member of a multi-disciplinary team, implementing and assisting in the supervision of social service interventions for patients. The Clinical Social Worker oversees the implementation of interventions performed by other disciplines within the social service department. These other disciplines
include the Discharge Planner, Case Manager, and Activity Therapist, along with other social service employees. The Clinical Social Worker works in collaboration with other clinical departments through consultation with the medical staff, DON, and nursing staff. The Clinical Social Worker works to facilitate resolution of concerns
in the patient population identified and ensures that services, programing and patients social needs meet the highest quality of care. The Clinical Social Worker demonstrates understanding and interpretation of facility policies to ensure that policies are adhered
to.
Furthermore, the Clinical Social Worker demonstrates a strong knowledge of a wide range of disorders; cognitive, emotional, developmental, social, and behavioral disorders. Additional duties include
performing crisis intervention, special case conferences, family communication, and taking a lead role in the treatment team process. In addition,
maintain performance improvement activities within the department and participate in QM activities. The Clinical Social worker adheres to the highest ethical standards regarding patient care and rights. The Clinical
Social Worker facilitates communication to outside agencies to ensure that these patient rights, care, and needs are met. The Clinical Social Worker assists with formulating the budgetary needs of the social service department.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education:
Masters in Social Work form an accredited school of social work preferred

License:
Licensed through the State by the Regulatory Body. LMSW, LCSW, LPC

Experience:
One year experience performing duties as a Social Worker in a Behavioral Health setting