Tele Crisis Social Worker

Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
Current State Licensure as a CSW, AMFT, ACHMC, LCSW, LMFT, or CMHC.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer Skills, i.e., email, word processing.

Diagnoses and treats various mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, modifying care plan(s) to reflect changes in patient status.
Refers patients to other services to improve their well-being. These referrals may include community services, treatment programs, support groups, psychiatrists, or other mental health providers.
Works with the multi-disciplinary team to develop a discharge plan in order to provide further care, services, and referrals in order to ensure continuity of care.
Organizes and prioritizes daily work by assessing new, current, and discharging patient needs in area(s) of responsibility.
Performs behavioral health consultation for patients and caregivers. Conducts psychosocial assessments. Provides supportive, crisis bereavement and other behavioral health interventions as necessary.
Educates, communicates, and coordinates with multiple patient care teams and outside agencies as necessary to ensure the patient receives quality care, a timely discharge, and to identify and resolve delays and issues. Credentialing through medical staff office and peer review requirements may apply if working in the behavioral health setting.
May provide support and debriefing, in conjunction with the Employee Assistance Program, for staff members following adverse events.