Psychiatric Social Worker Iii - Newark, United States - State of Delaware

State of Delaware

Verified Company

Newark, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Introduction:

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.

We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today.

DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

Summary Statement:

Essential Functions:

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.

Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Interviews patients, clients, family members and/or persons deemed necessary to obtain the most complete case history.
Refers or assigns cases to appropriate unit or staff for effective service delivery.
Oversees the operation of a psychiatric social work unit.
Provides technical guidance to professional and paraprofessional staff in a psychiatric setting, and monitors subordinates to assure quality level of services. Trains and orients new staff.
Maintains a caseload, providing therapeutic treatment to clients and families.
Provides consultation to staff to enable them to intervene in crisis situations or directly handles explosive situations.
Assists in analysis of operations, making recommendations with a view to improving division/department policy and procedures.
Participates in interdisciplinary team conferences to formulate or evaluate a treatment plan.
Provides consultative services to state and private agencies and may participate in community projects.

Job Requirements:

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Psychiatric Social Worker III
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Behavioral or Social Science or related field.
Three years experience in case management which includes assessing, planning, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating options and services to meet an individuals human service needs.
Three years experience in providing clinical treatment, counseling or determining eligibility for services or benefits as part of a treatment team.
Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
Six months experience in narrative report writing.

Conditions of Hire:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Benefits:

Selection Process:

Accommodations:

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce.

We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.