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Psychiatric Social Worker

Psychiatric Social Worker

CompanySuffolk County
LocationLong Island, New York, USA
Salary$54392 – $54392
TypeFull-Time
DegreesMaster’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master’s Degree in Social Work
  • Certification as Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the New York State Department of Education must be maintained throughout employment in this title
  • At the time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of psychiatric social work
  • Thorough knowledge of the functioning of mental hygiene out-patient services
  • Thorough knowledge of the social and psychological aspects of mental disease, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency and of modern treatment methods
  • Good knowledge of community resources and how to use them effectively
  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with patients, colleagues, patients’ families, physicians and social agencies
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive case work and treatment records
  • Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Ability to analyze information and reach sound conclusions
  • Patience
  • Good judgment
  • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Reviews referrals to the Adult Single Point of Access Unit (ASPOA) to approve eligibility for Assertive Community Treatment and Assisted Outpatient Treatment
  • Approves the screen-out of any client deemed ineligible for Adult SPOA services
  • Refers clients whose needs cannot be met by the program to an appropriate agency equipped to address client needs; Refers patients to any available resources
  • As part of a multi-disciplinary team, which includes an AOT Psychiatrist, Licensed clinical Social workers other professionals such as attorneys, and hospital staff; attends and participates in the AOT Clinical Review Panel
  • Participates in case conferences to discuss high-risk/ high-need or challenging client cases
  • Participates in Staff meetings to discuss office and management issues within the Adult SPOA
  • Provides clinical supervision and guidance to line staff
  • Reviews the AOT Weekly Monitoring Reports and Significant Event Reports and directs staff to follow-up on any outstanding issues
  • Assist with coordination of AOT Removal Order request from treatment teams
  • Assist with development of AOT Treatment Plans
  • Attend planning and policy meetings set forth by NYS Department of Health and Office of Mental Health
  • Management and triage of the Assertive Community Treatment Team Waiting List
  • Coordination and Tracking of Mandatory departmental Staff Trainings
  • Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

Preferred Qualifications

  • One (1) year of experience as a psychiatric social worker may be substituted for the above year of study in a psychiatric setting.