Social Worker, Behavioral Health Unit

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  • Elko, Nevada
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Primary responsibilities include providing direct and individualized care to patients including: Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationElko, Nevada

    Description

    Position Summary: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is opening a behavioral health unit in the early Fall, 2024.  We are looking for a full-time Social Worker to join the team. Primary responsibilities include providing direct and individualized care to patients including:
    • Interviews and assesses patients and/or patient's family, caregivers, and/or legal representatives.
    • Determines, prioritizes, provides and/or arranges for needed internal and external services/interventions.
    • Participates in case reviews to evaluate case management and progress. Consults with healthcare team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient's treatment plan.
    • Assists with discharge planning and processes. Identifies appropriate resources, including transportation, housing, healthcare, and social/spiritual services, and provides referrals as part of the discharge plan.
    • Supervises and/or trains new staff, students, and interns.
    • Performs Medicaid screenings as indicated for NHP.
    • Assists patients with Safety Net applications when needed.

    Requirements

    Must-Haves:
    • NV Licensed Clinical Social Worker license
    • BLS from the American Heart Association
    • Masters degree in Social Work



    Benefits

    Why Choose Us:
    • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
    • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
    • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
    • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
    • Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
    • And much more…


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