Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Licensed Social Worker will work on the inpatient Behavioral Health units and provide services to patients with acute mental disorders. The Social Worker will complete biopsychosocial assessments, address psychosocial needs of patients, facilitate daily psychotherapy groups, coordinate discharge planning, maintain communication with family members and responsible parties regarding all aspects of patient care, act as contact person for various outside organizations and referring agencies. 

Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm, Rotating Weekends and Holidays

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Social Work or related Bachelors Degree.

Masters Degree Highly Preferred

Ohio LSW or LPC required.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience working in the Behavioral Health setting

Experience in a hospital/inpatient setting

Experience facilitating Psychotherapy Groups

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Ability to complete detailed biopsychosocial assessments.

Creative problem solving and critical thinking

Knowledge of mental health disorders and interventions

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with physicians, patients, families, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

Ability to organize and present information clearly and concisely.

Excellent customer service skills.

Experience with PASRR, LOC and nursing home placement process

 PRINCIPAL JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Demonstrates Mercy Health’s mission and core values of respect, compassion, interdependence, excellence and stewardship.

2. Exhibits ability to work as team member and to contribute to the realization of team goals.

3. Is proactive in promoting resident rights and is available for problem solving related to patient concerns.

4. Provides psychosocial counseling for patients and families regarding grief, socialization, anxiety, impaired coping, self-esteem issues, spiritual distress, altered thought processes, feelings of powerlessness and fear, non-compliant and maladaptive behaviors, mood disturbances and altered family processes.

5. Coordinates planning and monitors resolution of patient's psychosocial problems and maladaptive behaviors.

6. Maintains expert knowledge base of community resources.

7. Performs other related duties as needed.

8. Acts as a liaison between the patient, family, and staff of the facility for any concerns that may arise.

BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS:

1. Communicates effectively and respectfully with staff, patients, families and other professionals; when under pressure, exhibits self-restraint.

2. Exercises sound independent judgment in resolving problems without precedent.

3. Demonstrates interest and self-motivation in a positive manner.

4. Is timely in meeting all deadlines.

5. Performs duties and responsibilities willingly.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com