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Advanced Social Worker Behavioral Health PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health
place Richmond, 23224
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Social Work Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field
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Internship Supervision
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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

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. 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 Bon Secours 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 Bon secours 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

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Gender Dysphoria
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Issues

Medication Management
Substance Abuse

Age Groups

Children (5-10)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Families
Groups
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Involuntary
Individuals with Addiction Issues
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Faith-based organizations
In-patient Non-Psychiatric
In-patient Psychiatric
Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
Private Practice
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
Military