Social Worker; MSW Jonas Hill Outpt

Overview

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A Social Worker – Behavioral Health is an integral member of the healthcare team, providing comprehensive support and services to patients and their families. They play a vital role in promoting mental, emotional, and social well‑being. The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for a range of duties, including psychotherapy, billing for services, conducting assessments, developing patient‑centered care plans, facilitating resources, monitoring progress, advocating for patients, actively listening to their concerns, respecting individuality, and building trust.

This position must practice under appropriate supervision as defined by the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board.

• Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy to patients to address their emotional, psychological, and social needs, utilizing evidence‑based therapeutic techniques and interventions to promote positive change and enhance overall well‑being.
• Accurately document and bill for services rendered in compliance with insurance and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate patient needs and identify barriers to overall functioning, including support systems, coping mechanisms, mental health conditions, and psychosocial factors.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team and the patient to develop individualized care plans that address unique needs, goals, and preferences, integrating medical, psychological, and social aspects of care.
• Connect patients and families with community resources, mental health services, support groups, and other relevant programs, including referrals for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and coordination of care.
• Identify potential or actual patient/family crises, provide crisis intervention and emotional support, and create and facilitate effective plans for resolution.
• Continuously monitor and evaluate the progress of patients’ care plans to assess response to interventions, measure outcomes, and make necessary adjustments. Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure appropriate follow‑up and continuity of care.
• Advocate for patients’ needs within the healthcare system and community, ensuring access to appropriate treatment and addressing barriers that impact well‑being.
• Engage in active listening to understand patients' experiences, concerns, and emotions, providing a safe and non‑judgmental space for expression and offering empathy, validation, and support.
• Recognize and respect the unique values, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds of each patient, tailoring interventions and support to align with individual needs and preferences.
• Build trust‑based relationships by demonstrating empathy, confidentiality, and professionalism, fostering open communication, collaboration, and a therapeutic alliance.
• Participate in meetings, problem solving, goal setting, quality improvement, and patient satisfaction initiatives.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work

• LCSW‑A

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• Knowledge of mental health conditions, diagnostic criteria, and evidence‑based treatment modalities
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines

Legal

Employer:

NCHEALTH
Entity:
Caldwell Memorial Hospital
Organization Unit:
Jonas Hill Outpatient Clinic
Work Type:
Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40
Salary Range: $26.85 – $38.61 per hour (Hiring Range)
Work Assignment Type:
Onsite

Work Schedule:

Day Job
Location of Job: US:

NC:

Lenoir
Exempt From Overtime:
Exempt:
Yes

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities.

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