The Advanced Social Worker provides direct patient care, including individual, family, and group psychotherapy in ambulatory and hospital outpatient settings. They are also responsible for discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, and collaborating with treatment teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work or Master of Science in Social Administration and possess a valid state social worker license. A minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare, social, or human services setting is required.
postgraduate degreeTreatment planningPsychotherapyDischarge planningClinical supervisionPsychosocial assessmentsGroup facilitationCrisis assessmentSubstance use disorder screeningSocial determinants of health screeningColumbia-suicide rating scalePatient health questionnaireCommunity resource collaborationInvoluntary processes knowledgeGuardianship knowledgeAdvanced directives knowledgePower of attorney knowledge
Job description
Outpatient Social Worker – Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET) Program This position is part of an innovative outpatient mental health program utilizing the Cognitive Enhancement Therapy (CET) model to support individuals living in the community with serious and persistent mental health conditions.
CET is an evidence-based, 9-month program designed to help individuals with schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorder, severe depression, and other significant mental health challenges improve their cognitive, social, and vocational functioning.
The program combines computer-based cognitive exercises, individual and group therapy, care management, and community-based social activities.
Training and certification in the CET model will be provided through Mercy Health.
As the Social Worker, you will: Facilitate weekly individual and group therapy sessions.
Provide care management and ongoing patient support.
Plan and coordinate twice-monthly community outings that allow participants to practice social and life skills learned in therapy.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver the CET program.
Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with participants throughout the 9-month program.
Celebrate participant success as each cohort completes the program and graduates before beginning a new group.
This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients' recovery, independence, and quality of life while helping build and grow a specialized outpatient behavioral health program.
Mercy Health Intro paragraph As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.
Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.
Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Advanced Social Worker provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Referral bonuses
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Competitive pay
Professional development
Prescription coverage
Continuing education support
Incentives
403(b) with employer contributions
Mental health resources
FMLA leave
Backup care for children and elders
HSA/FSA options
May provide clinical and administrative supervision.
Essential Job Functions Provides Individual, Family, & Group Psychotherapy in Ambulatory and Hospital Outpatient settings Group facilitation, participates in family and treatment team meetings Discharge planning Community resource knowledge and collaboration Psychosocial assessments Knowledge of involuntary processes; Knowledge of guardianships, advanced directives, and power of attorney (POA) Substance use disorder (SUD) screenings SUD discharge planning Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) completion Post-discharge calls Patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9), Columbia-Suicide Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and Social Determinants of Health screenings Crisis assessment and referral services Assist with onboarding new/entry level social workers May take on more complex tasks/projects as needed Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification Licensed as a Social Worker in state of practice (required) Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (preferred) Education Master of Social Work or Master of Science in Social Administration (required) Work Experience 2 years in healthcare, social or human services setting. (required) As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters.
We support your well-being—personally and professionally.
Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
