Psychiatric Social Worker Jobs

Job Title: LCPC or LCSW Company: Correctional Medical Services Location: Auburn, ME Description: Correctional Medical Services (CMS), has an exceptional Part Time opportunity (20hrs/wk) for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) at the Androscoggin County Jail in Auburn. Flexible Scheduling! Our LCSWs and LCPCs see a variety of patient cases and utilize the full spectrum of their clinical skills. We offer a supportive team environment and the chance to enjoy a truly rewarding and challenging career. CMS offers competitive compensation! For more info, call today or apply online now! Erica Wood, Recruiter phone: Register to View X 9351 fax: Register to View email: Register to View or Quick Apply Register to View www.cmsstl.com EOE/AAP Different. And Making a Difference.

Job Title: Mental Health Professional Company: Health Professionals, LTD. Location: Richmond, TX Description: Full Time Mental Health Professional needed to provide clinical assessment and treatment for occupants of the Fort Bend County Jail in Richmond, TX! Licensure in the state of TX in mental health field with clinical experience required! Competitive Salary & Benefit Package

Job Title: Social Worker Mental Health Company: Location: Reno, NV Description: Screening/Assessment- The social worker will develop an assessment of the veteran in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the veteran, family members and significant others. Treatment Planning/Goal Setting- The social worker is responsible for developing the treatment plan, and setting achievable treatment goals with the veteran/family. Referral to service providers - Throughout the course of treatment the social worker is the subject matter expert on VA and/or community resources. The social worker will collaborate with other service providers in reassessing the veteran's needs. The social worker is responsible for educating the veteran and/or caregiver of the available services and assisting them in establishing the appropriate referrals based on the veteran's preference or that of his surrogate decision-maker. Resource Usage/Development- The social worker is responsible for using the current social work resource file of VA and community social service programs and enhancing the content to the benefit of veterans. The social worker will refer the veteran to needed services. Advocacy- Social worker understands the intimidation of bureaucracy and will act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the veteran/family. When appropriate and feasible, social worker will educate and encourage the veteran/family to advocate on own behalf, thus fostering a sense of independence and empowerment. Crisis Intervention- Social worker is experienced in making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans for admission to mental health inpatient programs. Social worker has access to multiple resource directories in addition to previously developed resources to meet the demands of a crisis. In the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency, staff will follow the protocol of the mental health clinic at the VA Medical Center. Education/Health promotion and prevention- Social worker provides education related to VA and community resources, entitlements, Advance Directives/Living Will and will refer veterans/families to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs. Coordination of non-institutional and institutional services - The Social worker will review the progress notes from the other providers to accurately determine the strengths and limitations of each veteran being referred for mental health services. Social worker will educate the veteran, their families and the team of all the options available to them and will collaborate with the veteran and family on the preferred option. Clinical Treatment and Supportive counseling- Social worker will provide clinical treatment, such as family therapy, group therapy, individual therapy, and crisis intervention. The social will provide the veterans and their caregivers with ongoing supportive counseling. The purpose of such counseling is to assist the veteran and their family in dealing with the psychosocial impact of coping with chronic/disabling illness(es), onset of a catastrophic illness. Administrative responsibilities- The social worker will enter all veteran/family contacts in the electronic record using appropriate formats and templates.

Job Title: Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Mental health Therapist Company: Staffier Associates, Inc. Location: Westborough, MA Description: Must be a Licensed Social worker, (LICSW), Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or possess a PhD in Psychology. Candidate must also have 2-5years of experience in an outpatient or inpatient mental health treatment environment. Candidate would enjoy enormous flexibility in work conditions and an ample supply of referrals.

Job Title: Social Worker Mental Health Intensive Case Management Company: Location: Jacksonville, FL Description: Incumbent is the Case Manager for the Mental Health Intensive Case Management Team. This program focuses on veterans with chronic serious mental illness for whom it has been shown that intensive case management within an outpatient community setting serves as an effective alternative to repetitive hospitalization. Provides intensive active interventions with small caseload of clients. Provides social, clinical, transport, and coordination services over a wide geographical urban and/or rural setting, working with VA staff from multiple services as well as community support networks, if available. Works within an Interdisciplinary Team framework. Develops appropriate treatment plans and offer expert opinion to other mental health professionals and allied health on the basis of observation, interview, and evaluation of patients using procedures in which he/she has received special training and brought to a level of skilled usage because of extended experience. Involves clients in individual or family counseling requiring utilization of a variety of psychological and counseling theories and modalities. Employees intensive casework methods and techniques to maintain a therapeutic relationship that will help the client work towards the best ways of dealing with his/her problems. Establishes a continuing relationship with the client, evaluating progress towards goals, performing follow-up after referral. Monitors client's progress, maintains comprehensive case documentation. May supervise medical r residents, medical s students, occupational therapy and social work intern and practicum students. Expected to present in-services to students and practitioners in a variety of professional disciplines in his/her area of expertise. Participates in in-service training programs and with Nursing Service, Social Work, Psychiatry and other services and their affiliated training programs as needed. Participates in VA educational programs, including community activities that present opportunities to foster patient rehabilitation through a greater understanding of VA programs. Performs other related duties as assigned. This position requires the incumbent to have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Job Title: Social Worker Mental Health Intensive Case Management Job in JACKSONVILLE, FL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Jacksonville, FL Description: Social Worker Mental Health Intensive Case Management Job in JACKSONVILLE, FL Vacancy No. 10-624-KM Department Veterans Health Administration Salary $1.00 to $999,999.00 Grade 00 to 00 Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time Open Date 8/10/2010 Close Date 10/22/2010 Job Link Who may apply Public Locations: ( Help make everyone's job search easier! Report incorrect job locations. ) JACKSONVILLE, FL Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: Social Worker (Mental Health Intensive Case Management) Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs Agency: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Sub Agency: North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System Job Announcement Number: 10-624-KM Series & Grade: GS-0185-00/00 Open Period: Tuesday, August 10, 2010 to Friday, October 22, 2010 Position Information: Full-Time Permanent Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Jacksonville, FL Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. Job Summary: Be a member of a team providing compassionate healthcare to veterans. We are an employer of choice who is a center of excellence in patient care, education and research. We value trust, respect, commitment, compassion, and excellence; we value you. Go to for . Life insurance coverage is provided. Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. You will earn annual vacation leave. You will earn sick leave. You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. Other Information: You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. The materials you send with your application will not be returned. If you fax your application, we will not consider it. You will be required to serve a probationary period of 1 year. How To Apply: You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement. Please submit a narrative response to each knowledge, skill or ability listed. Your response should describe what you did, how often you performed this activity, the guidelines available, the complexity of the assignment, and who you performed the activity for or with. If you are a current or former federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) showing your position, title, series, grade and eligibility. Current NF/SGVHS employees submit letter of interest and updated resume. Other eligible applicants submit VA Form 10-2850c, Application for Associated Health Occupations, and OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment. Current and former Federal employees must also include copy of their latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, and latest Performance Appraisal. Veterans must also include copy of their DD-214 showing character of discharge, (if service-connected for disability must include SF-15 with proof of disability). ICTAP/ CTAP eligibles must submit copy of their RIF notice, Certificate of Expected Separation (CES), or notice of proposed separation. Send application material to VA Medical Center (05), 1601 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, Florida 32608. Contact Information: Human Resources Phone: Register to View Agency Information: Department Of Veterans Affairs 1601 NW Archer Road Gainesville, FL 32608 US What To Expect Next: Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome. EEO Policy Statement:http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:http://www.usajobs.gov/raps Veterans Information:http://www.usajobs.gov/vi Legal and Regulatory Guidance:http://www.usajobs.gov/lrg Control Number: 1998832 Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description. jhnkjsdkjbsdf Copyright 2006-2010

Job Title: PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER I Company: County Of Los Angeles Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Interviews individuals and/or their families to obtain a family, social work, medical, and mental health treatment history. Makes an assessment of the patient's functioning in his/her environmental setting. Establishes a tentative treatment plan designed to resolve or cope with the mental or emotional problem. The treatment plan may include individual, group, family or marital counseling and/or referral to another treatment source such as a psychologist, vocational or rehabilitation counselor, a psychiatrist for medication or another agency. Plans and conducts the patient's therapy program. Under the guidance of supervisory staff, considers the patient's treatment goal, determines the priorities of the programs to be dealt with, and the length and modality of therapy. Provides psychotherapy to individuals, groups, families and significant others. Serves as a member of the Psychiatric Emergency Team, by responding to urgent requests to evaluate the behavior of persons to determine if they are, as a result of mental disorder, dangerous to themselves, others, or gravely disabled. Depending upon the apparent seriousness of the situation, signs an application of immediate 72-hours detention at a hospital facility schedules an appointment for evaluation and treatment at a Mental Health Clinic or makes referral to another community treatment agency.

Job Title: Social Worker Mental Health Intensive Case Management Mhicm Company: Location: Martinez, CA Description: Applicants who applied under vacancy announcement number 2009-574ES need not reapply for consideration under this vacancy announcement. Closing Date: Initial Closing Date is 03/29/2009. Applications referred bi-weekly thereafter Responsibilities/ Position Summary: Primary responsibilities are to provide intensive case management services to assigned veterans and significant others, consistent with the goals and methods of Mental Health Intensive Case Management (MHICM) and the VA Mental Health Initiative and with all relevant Medical Center policies and procedures. Intensive case management services are characterized by assertive outreach, individualized treatment planning, multidimensional orientation, and intensive delivery of services, as follows: frequent, direct contacts with patients to provide therapy and support; flexibility of veteran contact (veterans are seen in any location and with any MHICM team clinician who can provide assistance) with a focus on strengthening the patient's ability to address acute and chronic problems; use of naturalistic community settings for teaching and modeling problem-solving skills; provision of continuity of care within the framework established by MHICM. Incumbent will collaborate and consult with other interdisciplinary treatment teams and programs to promote and enhance the care of patients; outreach and assertive provision of services to treatment resistant patients; and mobilization of environmental and organizational supports, including family members, professionals, and other interested parties. Provides individual, family and group therapies as well as educational programs for veterans, families, and staff. Also responsible for linking patients to other VA programs and to community resources. S/he participate in team staffing regarding patient selection, determination of treatment plans and goals, progress evaluation, discharge planning, and after care. The incumbent works assertively and consistently with inpatient teams to assure continuity of care by providing consultation regarding clinical needs, treatment plans, and case management services for assigned patients. Works assertively to promote appropriate treatment, rehabilitation, and expeditious discharge of assigned patients, consistent with program goals and with the individual treatment plans. The incumbent is actively involved in readmission decisions, using the procedures established for this purpose. The incumbent completes clinical documentation according to MHICM and Medical Center standards. The incumbent works with other clinical programs and services that share in the care of assigned MHICM patients, including but not limited to Social Work Service and Rehabilitation Care Program. The incumbent provides documentation of patient care as prescribed by the MHICM and Medical Center Directives. Also document any problem areas concerning implementation of the program and own activities within the program, and makes suggestions for resolving any such problems consistent with MHICM and Medical Center policies and procedures. The incumbent meets with VA, community, and professional organizations and individuals as needed to carry out assigned developmental and implementation responsibilities. The incumbent may supervise and participate in the training of Social Workers, Social Work Associates, volunteers, and students; participates as required and requested in orientation, training and staff development programs involving Social Work Services and the hospital. The incumbent assumes responsibility and shows initiative for own learning and professional development. Performs other duties as assigned. GS-11: At the lower level the incumbent will perform the above duties with more guidance while developing the skills, knowledge and judgment required at the GS-12 level. More complex and difficult assignments will be made as the incumbent demonstrates proficiency and ability to perform the work.

Job Title: PSYCHIATRIC SOCIAL WORKER I/SPANISH SPEAKING Company: County Of Los Angeles Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Interviews individuals and/or their families to obtain a family, social work, medical, and mental health treatment history.Makes an assessment of the patient's functioning in his/her environmental setting.Establishes a tentative treatment plan designed to resolve or cope with the mental or emotional problem.Coordinates the utilization of outside resources, i.e, referrals to psychologist, psychiatrist, nutrition specialist, housing, medical care, vocational rehabilitation, and social welfare.Provides psychotherapy to individuals, groups, families and significant others.Works with families and significant others towards gaining their acceptance of and participation in treatment recommendations.Participates in multi-disciplinary team conferences to discuss and evaluate the nature of the patient's problem, to evaluate the patient's progress, and to develop disposition plans.

Job Title: Social Worker Mental Health Case Manager Job in DANVILLE, IL Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Danville, IL Description: Social Worker Mental Health Case Manager Job in DANVILLE, IL Vacancy No. 10-122-160964 Department Veterans Health Administration Salary $57,408.00 to $74,628.00 Grade 11 to 11 Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time Open Date 8/27/2010 Close Date 9/10/2010 Job Link Who may apply Public Locations: ( Help make everyone's job search easier! Report incorrect job locations. ) DANVILLE, IL Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: Social Worker - Mental Health Case Manager Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs Agency: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Job Announcement Number: 10-122-160964 Salary Range: $57,408.00 - $74,628.00 /year Series & Grade: GS-0185-11/11 Promotion Potential: no Open Period: Friday, August 27, 2010 to Friday, September 10, 2010 Position Information: Full-Time Permanent Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Danville IL Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. Job Summary: The VA Illiana Health Care System, Danville, ILis accepting applications for a Social Worker, GS-185-11, Mental Health Case Manager. Key Requirements: Licensure, Certification, or Registration required. U.S. Citizenship Background and/or Security Investigation required. Major Duties: The practitioner in this position will provide inpatient and outpatient social work services as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team in Mental Health/Psychiatry. Services include provision of discharge planning, individual, group and family therapy, case management, advocacy, and coordination of linkages to other appropriate VA or community service providers and agencies as needed by the client. This is accomplished in collaboration with other members of the MH treatment team or other interdisciplinary treatment teams as appropriate. Duties may include: Develop psychosocial assessment of the Veteran in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Veteran, family members and significant others. Responsible for helping to develop the treatment plan. Collaborates with other service providers in reassessing the Veteran's needs Experienced in making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans for admission to mental health inpatient programs. Provides ongoing supportive counseling, individual, family and group therapy. Completes discharge planning which includes a variety of interventions including service linkage, safety planning and follow-up services. Qualifications: For GS-11: You must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically we would find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related. Mental Health experience preferred. BASIC REQUIREMENTS. The basic requirements for employment as a VHA social worker are prescribed by statute in 38 U.S.C. 7402(b)(9), as amended by section 205 of Public Law 106-419, enacted November 1, 2000. To qualify for appointment as a social worker in VHA, all applicants must: a. Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g this part.) b. Education. Have a master's degree in social work (MSW) from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school of social work is fully accredited. A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work. c. Licensure. Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Current state requirements may be found on the OHRM website. d. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. e. English Language Proficiency. Social workers must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, this part. Social work experience obtained prior to the completion of the requirement for the Masters Degree in Social Work is NOT QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements indicated above, candidates must have one year of professional social work experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal Service, under qualified social work supervision. This experience must have been in a clinical setting and must have demonstrated the potential to perform advanced assignments independently OR a doctoral degree in social work from a college or school accredited by the Council of Social Work. For GS-11: In addition to meeting all basic requirements, one year of professional social work experience, equivalent to the next lower grade level, under qualified social work supervision is required. This experience must have been in a clinical setting and must have demonstrated the potential to perform advanced assignments independently. You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position. You must have a certification, licensure, or registration credentials in social work for this position or obtain licensure within 3 years of appointment. You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position. How You Will Be Evaluated: You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities associated with this position as defined below. When describing your knowledges, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc. ***INCLUDE IN APPLICATION PACKET. KSA's to be addressed: 1.Knowledge of community resources, how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services, and ability to coordinate services. 2.Ability to independently assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members and to formulate and implement a treatment plan, identifying the patient's problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills and assistance needed, in collaboration with the patient, family and interdisciplinary treatment team. 3.Ability to provide consultation services to other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment. 4.Knowledge and experience in the use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries, common medications and their effects/side effects, and medical terminology. 5.Knowledge of psychosocial treatment and ability to independently implement treatment modalities in working with individuals, families and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical and social problems to achieve treatment goals. This requires independent judgment and skill in utilizing supportive, problem solving or crisis intervention techniques. You will also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to site specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. Benefits: You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. . Life insurance coverage is provided. Long-Term Care Ins