Social Worker
Carex Behavioral Health ServicesColumbus, Ohio
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Job Description
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Position Title: Social Worker
Department: Clinical Reports To: Clinical Director FLSA Status: Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time Job Level: 4
Job Summary
Carex Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our Columbus office. This position reports directly to the Clinical Director and plays a vital role in delivering high‑quality clinical services to children and adults within our behavioral health programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct therapeutic groups for children, adults, and families
- Complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments
- Develop individualized treatment plans and update them as needed
- Maintain accurate and timely progress notes and documentation per Carex and Joint Commission requirements
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support client treatment goals
- Uphold all ethical, professional, and regulatory standards
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision as required
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW)
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or license‑eligible
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience providing services to children and adults
- Experience conducting therapeutic groups
- Ability to complete diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with Carex and Joint Commission standards
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office tools
- Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
- Commitment to Carex Behavioral Health’s mission, vision, and values
Working Conditions
- Works in a variety of settings, including office environments, schools, community centers, client homes, and healthcare or social service facilities
- Regular travel to meet with clients, families, and community partners; may require use of personal vehicle.
- Interacts frequently with individuals experiencing crisis, trauma, or high levels of stress.
- May work with clients from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds.
- Requires maintaining professional boundaries while handling emotionally challenging situations.
- Work schedule may include occasional evenings, weekends, or on-call hours depending on client needs.
- Exposure to sensitive or confidential information; strict adherence to privacy and ethical standards required.
- Must manage a variable caseload with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
- Requires extended periods of computer work for documentation, case notes, and reporting.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams including healthcare providers, educators, law enforcement, and community organizations.
- May involve navigating unpredictable environments when conducting home or field visits.
- Must comply with safety protocols, agency policies, and legal regulations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods during office work, client meetings, and field visits.
- Capable of lifting and carrying materials such as case files, laptops, or small equipment (typically up to 20–25 lbs).
- Sufficient mobility to safely navigate various environments, including homes, schools, hospitals, and community settings.
- Ability to climb stairs and access locations without elevators during home or field visits.
- Adequate vision and hearing (with or without assistive devices) to observe client conditions, read documentation, and participate in meetings.
- Ability to operate a computer, phone, and standard office equipment for prolonged periods.
- Capacity to drive or otherwise travel between multiple community locations as needed.
- Physical and emotional stamina to work in fast-paced or crisis situations when required.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Our purpose is to inspire positive change by fostering unity among diverse communities and promoting sustainable solutions. We offer a wide range of services, including individual and group therapy, community reinforcement, self-control management and more. We take a holistic approach to treatment, addressing the needs of the whole person. Carex offers a number of counseling services for children and young adults to fit their needs. Counseling services can assist with issues such as school challenges, parent-child conflict, marriage or relationship problems, anxiety and stress management, depression, grief, loss, abuse, victimization, substance use disorders involving drugs and/or alcohol and other behavioral health concerns.
Most services are provided on an outreach basis – in client’s homes, schools, or other community settings – to reduce barriers to treatment and provide services in the environment where they are needed.
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