What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker - Brook Lane Inpatient position at Meritus Health?
Brook Lane’s Inpatient Services provide intensive, 24-hour care to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing acute mental health crises. Patients in our care may face severe symptoms such as suicidal thoughts, impulsive behaviors, or require emergency stabilization. As a Social Worker you will play a key role in assessment, counseling, and care coordination—helping patients find stability and hope during their most vulnerable moments.
Continuing Education Provided: We offer up to 24 hours of continuing education each year to support licensure maintenance—an investment in your professional growth that can save clinicians over $1,200 annually in CE expenses.
What You’ll Do
In this vital role, you’ll provide professional counseling services with independence and empathy. You’ll:
- Conduct psycho-social and mental health assessments
- Diagnose and develop tailored treatment plans
- Offer counseling and emotional support to patients and families
- Facilitate referrals and resources to promote adjustment and optimal functioning
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care
What You Bring
- Master’s degree in Counseling from an accredited institution
- LCSW-C licensure by the Maryland Board of Social Workers (required)
- 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting (preferred)
Skills That Set You Apart
- Deep understanding of counseling principles and professional standards
- Familiarity with community organizations and social service programs
- Exceptional communication skills across diverse populations
- Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and sound clinical judgment
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Salary : $1,200