Horizon Health seeks a Per Diem Social Worker for its inpatient geriatric behavioral health program at Prattville Baptist Hospital in Prattville, Alabama. Responsibilities include assessments, unit management, treatment planning and discharge planning, as well as group, individual and family treatment. Participates in referral development processes and activities as requested.

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• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or similar field
• Must have a valid state license in Social Work as required by the state in which the Social Worker will be providing services
• Must have a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
• Minimum one year internship or experience in a similar position and/or industry
• Proficient in software applications
• Ability to manage stress appropriately
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Ability to manager anger, fear, hostility and/or violence of others appropriately
• Maintains a positive attitude/public image while in the facility and in all work-related activities outside the facility
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to read and comprehend moderate to complex instructions and correspondence
• Ability to write detailed correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients and their families, Program leadership, employees, clients, providers, vendors, etc.
• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes
• Communicates effectively with families, agencies and referral sources conveying a positive and professional image
• Ensures confidentiality of all information encountered
• Maintains professional interactions with peers, senior management, and staff through effective written and verbal communications
• Displays competent, effective interviewing and report-writing skills
• Completes competent, clear progress notes and assessments according to program policies and procedures