SOCIAL WORKER (MA/MSW)

Responsibilities

Clarion Psychiatric Center, a subsidiary of Universal Healthcare Services, Inc., has been a beacon of hope and healing for over 30 years, serving those that struggle with behavioral health issues. Located in Clarion, PA., our 112-bed behavioral health facility offers acute psychiatric services for adults as well as, an adolescent inpatient psychiatric program for youth ages 10-17. Our mission is to provide high-quality behavioral health services in an environment that values service excellence, respect, and ethical standards, integrity, compassion, and teamwork.

Visit us at www.clarioncenter.com for more information or contact Emilee Bonfardine, Director of Human Resources at 814.226.2394 or emilee.bonfardine@uhsinc.com or Mandy Fleming, Director of Clinical Service at 814.226.2804 or mandy.fleming@uhsinc.com.

Clarion Psychiatric Center is currently recruiting for a Master's Level Social Worker. The Social Worker provides clinical social work services in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Clarion Psychiatric Center and the NASW. The Social Worker is responsible for psychosocial assessments of the patient's mental health; individual, group, and family therapy; active participation on the treatment team; lead role in the development of the master treatment plan; developing realistic and measurable short and long term goals; and assumes responsibility for coordinating with other agencies involved with the patient the discharge and continuing care plans.

We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Premier Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 30 DAYS!!
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• MUCH MUCH MORE..

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.' Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Job Specifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in each criteria listed in this job description. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Staff must demonstrate flexibility for re-assignment to units providing care to varied populations, including children, adolescents, adults Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions. Staff are required to follow all facility policies and procedures.

Education - Masters Degree from an accredited post-Baccalaureate Social Work / Social Service program required.

Licensure / Certification -LSW or LCSW preferred but not required.

Experience - One-year experience in psychiatric care preferred.

Knowledge/Skills - Family dynamics, social casework, interpersonal relationships and regional social policy. Knowledge of therapeutic relationships, therapeutic processes, growth and development, limit-setting and behavior management, crisis management of aggressive behaviors. Communication skills and ability to teach patients.

Supervision Exercised- None

Supervision Received - Social Services Supervisor in conjunction with Director of Clinical Services

General Working Environment - Hospital setting. Staff working in this position may be required to intervene and assist with aggressive patients. Works in a well lighted and ventilated setting, is subject to frequent interruptions, is involved with the patients and personnel throughout designated unit under varying conditions and circumstances. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to HIV and Hepatitis B Viruses

Physical Requirements - Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and be able to walk and stand for long periods. Able to participate in crisis prevention intervention. The Physical Requirements described herein are representative of those, which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions. Drug/Alcohol free as evidenced by negative results of post offer, pre-employment urine drug screen.

Classification - Non-Exempt

EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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