Job description

ETSU Physicians and Associates is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our Psychiatry Department located on the VA Campus. ETSU Physicians is a multi-specialty practice group located in Northeast Tennessee, and is affiliated with ETSU Health, Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University.

ETSU Physicians and Associates offers a competitive compensation package with salary based on education and experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. 18 days paid personal time off and 10.5 paid holidays annually, and, a paid retirement plan with an employer matching program.

JOB SUMMARY: Under supervision of the Clinic Director, a Clinical Social Worker professionally applies social work methods and theory to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of psychosocial dysfunction, impairment, or disability, including mental, emotional, substance abuse, and behavioral disorders for families, individuals, groups, and organizations. The main responsibility of a clinical social worker is to screen medical records, conduct interviews and assessments, set treatment goals, and arrange for expediting and coordinating services, and provide counseling to all ages.

*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Investigates and works in close collaboration with physicians and other health care personnel in patient evaluation and treatment to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient’s health problem.
• Assists patients and their families with personal and environmental difficulties related to their illness, substance abuse, and/or other health problems.
• Establishes and runs family and patient therapy groups as needed. Comfort running substance abuse group an added bonus for this hire.
• Provides counseling to patients and/or families as to achieve improved health and functioning. This includes all ages.
• Participates in the teaching of medical students, residents, and other students regarding the growth, development and behavior of children, youth, adults, and families.
• Promotes health education and wellness.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Refers patients to physicians or other healthcare providers and facilities as needed.
• Participates in department committees that may involve planning and development of programs and services.
• Case Management.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree from an accredited institution. Must be licensed in the State of Tennessee according to licensure rules and regulations as a Clinical Social Worker. 2-3 years of experience in psychiatric social work preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with faculty members, staff, patients, and other third parties. Ability to operate computer, keyboard, and printer. Ability to concentrate under high demands and listen effectively. Must have good judgment and problem solving skills. Ability to organize tasks, work as a team member and/or independently using sound Clinical Social Worker skills with a variety of professional disciplines.

Apply online at https://etsuhealth.org/employment

EOE / AA/M/F/Disability/Vet

ETSU Physicians participates in E-verify

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• Psychiatric Social Work: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• State of Tennessee Clinical Social Worker License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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