Job Description

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. **Mercy Health** 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. **Advanced Social Worker - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital** **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) **Patient Population** + Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. + Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​ **Working Conditions** + Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur + May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse + May be required to use physical restraints + May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. + May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights + May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids + May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials + May have periods of constant interruptions + General office environment _* Individuals in this position_ _are required to_ _exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._ **Skill** **s** + De-escalation + Physical Interventions + Debriefing + Motivational Interviewing + Patient Centered Care + Care Planning + Performing medical and safety screenings + Working within an interdisciplinary team + Collaboration with community organizations + Virtual interaction + Technology proficiency + Documentation + Administrative/Clinical Supervision + CPI Instructor + Facilitation of Mock Safety Events + Providing facility/community wide presentations focused on BH and Stigma + Participation in enterprise wide workgroups + Basic data analytics 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

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