Social Worker - MSW, LMSW, or LCSW

POSITION SUMMARY

The Inpatient Social Worker is a vital member of the interdisciplinary treatment team in the Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Social Worker ensures that patients receive appropriate mental health care and support services tailored to their individual needs This role is responsible for conducting psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, group therapy, supportive counseling, and crisis interventions. The Social Worker collaborates with the treatment plan team on all aspects of inpatient stay and discharge recommendations that support patient recovery and stability after discharge.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient strengths, needs, risk factors, and discharge barriers within regulatory requirements.

• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans guided by the assessment and in collaboration with the patient, family/support systems, and the multidisciplinary treatment team and aligned with regulatory requirements.

• Work closely with Discharge Coordinator on recommendations and needs in discharge planning

• Provide crisis intervention and brief supportive counseling to patients during hospitalization.

• Facilitate Group Interventions

• Educate patients and families on mental illness, treatment options, medication adherence, relapse prevention, and available community resources.

• Lead or participate in treatment team meetings

• Monitor and document patient progress, discharge barriers, and care coordination efforts in the electronic medical record (EHR).

• Participate in daily multidisciplinary team rounds and treatment planning meetings.

• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and hospital regulations regarding documentation, patient rights, and confidentiality

• Document all assessments, interventions, and other activities in accordance with hospital policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 21 years of age or older; or minimum 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member’s scope of practice; or minimum 18 years old for select administrative positions

• Must be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver License, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that meets the guidelines and requirements of the organization

• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification required (training provided by Polara Health)

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related behavioral health field required

• Licensed at the associate or independent level preferred (LMSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC, etc)

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings, preferably inpatient

• Knowledge of adult psychiatric disorders, behavioral health systems, and evidence-based practices.

• Strong assessment, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with local and state mental health resources, including housing, outpatient treatment, and social services.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment

• Culturally competent and trauma-informed approach to care

CORE COMPETENCIES

• People – Passionately believes in people and embraces diversity

• Integrity – Does the right thing even when no one is looking

• Learning – Challenges old paradigms with critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity

• Accountability – Sets an intentional culture of personal responsibility; believes everyone carries the load

• Relationships – Serves colleagues and consumers with love, empathy and compassion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The nature of work may generate considerable physical (transporting, moving, assisting clients, etc.), mental and visual demands. The physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work performed in an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting.

• May involve exposure to emotionally distressed or aggressive patients

• Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.

• May be required to wear protective clothing (PPE)

• Annual TB screening per program policy and procedure

• Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours

• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 50 or more pounds

• Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols

• Must be able to successfully complete all physical skills components of CPI, including floor-based interventions

This position is considered Safety-Sensitive by Polara Health.

Polara Health subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Polara Health’s policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Polara Health intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.

In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Polara Health’s policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify Polara Health in any of the following ways: by calling 928-445-5211, ext. 4047, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to Polara Health 3343 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.

Employment is contingent on background checks as required by Polara Health’s policies, which may include Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, Department of Child Services, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional References.

We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:

Medical * Dental * Vision * Short and Long Term Disability * Life Insurance * Health Savings Account * Flexible Spending Account * Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays per Year * Shift Pay (for select inpatient and residential positions) * Educational Reimbursement *