• Display good theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and appropriate treatment techniques for each type of therapy.
• Responsible for performing psychosocial assessments on all patients to determine social service needs, diagnosis and plan of care.
• Evaluate patient data, develop and implement a plan of care for the patient.
• Ability to communicate with physician regarding social service needs of the patient.  Assist the physician to facilitate inpatient care.
• Participate in plan of care for each patient; work cooperatively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team; completes progress notes and discharge plans in a timely fashion.
• Provide individual patient and family therapy and crisis intervention.
• Provide care appropriate to condition for pediatric or adolescent population.
• Observe and communicate pertinent information regarding patient mental status and behavior, occurrences, and/or negative response to treatment or intervention to physician and/or appropriate health care team members.
• Engage in therapeutic relationships that focus on patient needs and provide a structured process for patients to reach objectives outlined in the plan of care
• Maintain current knowledge of social, medical and psychiatric services available within the community; maintain supply of resource materials to be distributed to patients when needed and is able to obtain other resources as needed.
• Communicate with family members and caretakers regarding the needs of the patient and anticipated plans.
• Collaborate with Utilization Review Coordinator and other members of the healthcare team to provide for psychosocial assistance.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity.  Identify and address psychosocial needs of patient and family.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary.
• Utilize verbal and physical de-escalation as warranted in order to keep patients safe and remain current in warranted certification and training.
• Demonstrate all applicable competencies for the position and participate in periodic re-evaluation of such competencies.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly to the Director of Social Work, co-workers and physicians.
• Work collaboratively with members of the treatment team and consult with other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.
• Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity; provide emotional support.
• Support and maintain a culture of safety and quality.
• Provide education to the patient and family concerning plans of care, compliance with the plan of care, medications and their side effects.
• Function as a patient and family advocate at all times.
• Orient new staff members and volunteers.
• Support and maintain a culture of safety and quality.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Interact professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Act on performance improvement issues identified during CQI meetings.
• Actively participate in Utilization Review Committee, CQI, varying team meetings and other meetings, as appropriate.
• Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Accurately determine type of assistance/setting/resources necessary for the patient/ family and provides appropriate resources/assistance/list of facilities.
• Ensure documentation meets current standards and policies.

• Adhere to all Hospital policies.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain proficient use of basic computer programs, including the Hospital’s electronic health record and other programs needed to complete the role.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision and on-going training.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards.
• Respect the privacy of patients and hold in confidence all information obtained during the patient’s treatment.  All patient-related documents should be handled in accordance with Agency guidelines on confidential material.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Meet dress code standards; appearance is professional, neat and clean.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Use the computerized timekeeping system correctly.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Complete in services and returns in a timely fashion.
• Maintain current required trainings, certifications and licensure in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Actively participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Comply with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work.
• Licensure: Current Ohio licensure as a Social Worker.
• Other: CPR required.
• Skills:
  • Ability to deal with crisis situations which require prompt decision and action.
  • Sensitivity in relating to persons of varying backgrounds and demonstrate ability to work with diverse groups of people possessing various strengths, aptitudes and abilities.
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in using Hospital computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions.
  • Practical and creative problem solving skills.
  • Additional languages in addition to English preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of one (2) year experience in all aspects of social service, with an emphasis in psychiatric work and/or at-risk youth, developmental disabilities, autism or psychiatric/behavioral health nursing highly desirable.
  • Additional languages in addition to English preferred.

WHY WORK FOR US:
At Bluestone we pride ourselves in possessing a dynamic, collaborative culture throughout all of our programs. We value our employees and their commitment to our mission and offer competitive benefits including:

• Dental, vision and medical insurance
• 403(b) plan & employer match
• Life insurance
• Paid long-term disability
• Generous paid time off and holidays