Join Our Team: Director of Social Work

About BryLin Hospital:
Established in 1955, BryLin Hospital is a leading provider of short-term crisis psychiatric care in Upstate New York. We specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults experiencing emotional or behavioral crises. Our evidence-based, person/family-centered approach ensures comprehensive and personalized care for every patient.

Hospital Overview:
BryLin Hospital is staffed by dedicated mental health professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and therapists. Our interdisciplinary team provides round-the-clock care and supervision, prioritizing patient safety and well-being. We offer compassionate support, monitor progress, and intervene in crisis situations as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Manage and inspire a diverse team of social workers, discharge planners, and counseling professionals.
• Group Coordination: Plan, coordinate, and lead process and psychoeducational groups.
• Clinical Oversight: Provide guidance on psycho-social assessments, treatment plans, safety plans, and individual counseling sessions.
• Discharge Planning: Assist in coordinating comprehensive discharge plans for patients.
• Multi-disciplinary Collaboration: Lead meetings to optimize patient care.
• Department Coordination: Organize and oversee all activities within the Social Work Department.
• Quality Improvement: Assess and improve patient outcomes and departmental processes through data analysis and quality audits.
• Budget Management: Manage departmental budgets to ensure efficiency.
• Staff Development: Conduct clinical supervision and provide ongoing education to staff.
• External Liaison: Establish professional relationships with external agencies and client systems.
• Programming Development: Develop and evaluate therapeutic programming activities for patients.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in social work.
• Licensed
• Minimum of five (5) years of social work experience in healthcare.
• Three (3) years of management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and internet navigation.
• Strong professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

This salaried exempt position offers a rewarding opportunity to lead and contribute to a positive healthcare environment at BryLin Hospital. If you are ready to make a difference in behavioral health and join our dedicated team, we encourage you to apply.

Note: This job description is subject to change to meet the evolving needs of our organization.

Ready to lead? Apply now and be part of BryLin Hospital's commitment to compassionate care and excellence in behavioral health.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Acute care
• Inpatient
• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Have you previously worked BryLin or been offered a position?

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Social work: 5 years (Required)
• Supervisory: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• LMSW/LCSW (Required)

Work Location: In person