Home Health Social Work- Per Diem

Job Overview

This position provides a range of behavioral services including individual and group treatment as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Location: NH and MA

Hours: Per Diem

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.

2. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Licensure in NH may be required depending on assigned territory and operational need.

3. One (1) year of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Five (5) years of applicable experience.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Provides intakes and assessments of the individual seeking to enter a treatment program.
• Conducts assessments in part according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) and as dictated by OCC clinical protocols.
• Responsible for collaborating with, and making recommendations to, a multidisciplinary health care staff, based on the initial intake and assessment.
• Helps develop a smooth, coordinated plan of care.
• Provides treatment, education and/or counseling for the individual utilizing behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy.
• Ensures that clinical documentation and record keeping is complete and according to professional and departmental standards.
• Actively engages in regularly scheduled meetings, activities, and professional meetings.
• Keeps current with the relevant behavioral health literature.
• Participates in, teaching, public presentations, seminars and workshops. Works with other therapists in the field and in the hospital to enhance professional skills.