DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL WORK PRN - Universal Health Services receives : Job Details

ResponsibilitiesDirector of Social Work- Inpatient BHHorizon Health, is seeking a Director of Social work for at Johnson Regional Hospital. This is a 20-bed inpatient, Geriatric Behavioral Health Program. The Social Work Director assists the Program Director in the supervision and management of the Social Work Function within psychiatric services. The Social Work Director is responsible for providing direct high quality psychotherapy services to patients in assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, group treatment, individual treatment, family treatment, and discharge planning. The Social Worker Director assists patients and their families in understanding and adjusting to diagnoses and potential treatments. Social Workers Director can also help identify resources during treatment and after discharge. The Social Worker Director effectively participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team and the unit community relations team. The Social Worker Director will have clinical supervision for Social Workers and Therapist.Responsibilities:At all times, conducts oneself ethically in accordance with all relevant standards and regulationsMaintains Knowledge of, and demonstrates respect for patient rightsSupports Hospital mission, goals and objectivesSupports Company/corporate objectivesWorks sufficient hours to ensure effective performance. Is on 24-hour call to respond to emergenciesServes as a liaison to Social Services Department of client hospital assuring consistency of Social Work Policy and Procedure and patient care between Horizon Social Services and client hospital Social Services StaffDesigns and Implements a treatment plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient's symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available dataAppropriately participates in referral development processes and activities as directed/requestedActively involved in assessing patient progress and communicating results and trends to supervisor and treatment teamDevelops and implements orientation and competency checklist for all new social workersDevelops in-service training and education programs for all social service staffEnsures all social services staff complete assignments, treatment plans, progress notes and other reporting data in a timely and quality fashionCompletes the schedule for staff to assure social service coverageAssures that the individual group0 and family therapy provide by the staff is high quality and consistent with regulatory agency requirementsConducts individual psychotherapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and effective treatment techniquesConducts family therapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying sufficient theoretical knowledge of family therapy principles/psychopathology and effective treatment techniquesConducts group therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group therapy principles/psychopathology and effective group therapy techniquesConducts activity therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of activity therapy principles/psychopathology and effective group therapy techniques.Conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting materialProvides group and individual therapies on weekends as directed by supervisorConducts therapies in accordance with patient diagnosis and needsProvides ongoing education to patients and families as needed.Provides appropriate resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatmentEngages in timely, efficient discharge planning. Works in close conjunction with patient family, nursing staff and attending physician. Displays thorough knowledge of referral/placement process and available community resources, and makes effective contact with disposition sourcesCompletes progress notes and assessments according to program proceduresParticipates as an active member of the interdisciplinary and treatment teamsSubmits timely and accurate CQI+ outcome data on a weekly basisActively involved in measuring patient performance; communicates results and trends to supervisorProvides feedback to supervisor on an ongoing basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc.Attends Unit and Hospital meetings as directedIdentifies areas needing improvement and utilizes the facility performance improvement processActively participates in department processes as requestedEnsures facility is safe and reports deficiencies to the Program DirectorEnsures confidentiality of all information encounteredMaintains professional interactions with peers, senior management, and staff through effective written and verbal communicationsAssists with ambulating and lifting patients as neededCompletes and maintains all required state/regulatory, hospital and company competencies and training expectationsParticipates as an active member of the Referral Development TeamOther duties as assignedAbout Clarksville, AR:Clarksville is known for its beautifulscenery, outdoor recreational activities, and has a rich history. It is a quiet, small town that is growing! It is known for its annual peach festival and serves as a gateway to the Ozark National Forest.Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:Competitive CompensationExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan401(K) with company match and discounted stock planLong and Short-term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings AccountLife InsuranceCareer development opportunities within the companyTuition AssistanceRewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day!About Universal Health ServicesOne of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.For more information on this position, email Courtney Eble, Horizon Health Recruiterat [email protected] master's degree or above from an accredited college with a major in Social Work (MSW) or similar fieldLCSW or LPC licensure requiredPreferred, minimum 10 years of experience in a similar position and/or industryIf applicable, may serve as Director of Social Services for DPUIf applicable, may serve as IOP AdministratorEEO StatementAll UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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