Social Worker PRN

Company: Lakeview Hospital
Location: Bountiful
Posted on: November 17, 2021

Job Description:

Description Social Worker Mental HealthPRNLakeview Hospital-Do you want to be a part of a family and not just another employee? Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application today and find out what it truly means to be a part of a team.-We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the nation's largest provider of healthcare services as a Social Worker.-Questions? Contact Karen Nay, recruiter at or call/text at (385) 237-7440.As a Social Worker in Behavioral Health at our facility you will be joining a team that has a passion for creating positive patient interactions and a dedication to caring for the multi-faceted wellness of those we serve. In this role:

• You will be responsible for the day-to-day direction of social service patient care, including quality care of the patient from admission to discharge.
• You will do initial biopsychosocial assessments for patients with serious mental illness and substance use disorders.
• You will be responsible for running daily therapy groups.
• You will offer crisis intervention to patients and families with psychosocial needs and coordinate the development of a discharge plan of care for high-risk patient populations.
• You will assess for suicidal and homicidal ideations, psychosis, and other mental disorders and make appropriate referrals as needed.
• You will perform utilization review functions, including conducting InterQual reviews and obtain insurance authorization. You will establish and maintain effective cooperative working relationships with social service staff, nursing staff, medical staff, and other departments.-Located in the residential community of Bountiful, Utah, Lakeview Hospital provides a strong family feel with state-of-the-art services. This 128-bed facility includes more than 600 caregivers who promise and commit to caring. In addition to earning the Gold Seal of Approval by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, being named one of Truven Health Analytics Top 100 Hospitals in America for four years in a row, and receiving national rankings for its orthopedic joint replacement program, the Lakeview team strives to provide the quality of healthcare we want our closest relatives to receive.--Lakeview Hospital is part of HCA's network of more than 300 affiliate hospitals, outpatient centers and business offices across the country. HCA and Lakeview are all about caring for people, and that care extends to patients, families and employees.--If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. If you are highly qualified you will hear from one of our managers. We are actively interviewing so apply today!-We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.---EDUCATION REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED:
  • MSW degree or equivalent-LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
    • Current licensure as a CSW or equivalent in the state of Utah (LCSW or- equivalent preferred)
    • Completes necessary direct service and- supervision hours required for obtaining and/or maintaining LCSW or- equivalent licensure EXPERIENCE:
      • Two years in related field (e.g. rehabilitation, psychology, social services and counseling)
      • Two years in a hospital setting preferred. Knowledge of community resources, rehabilitation, and outpatient services a plus.

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