Social Worker (Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital)

Job Details
Job Location
Sunrise Canyon Behavioral Health Complex--1950 Aspen Ave - Lubbock, TX
Position Type
Full-time
Education Level
Bachelor's in Social Work/LBSW
Salary Range
$19.79 - $32.00 Salary
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Job Category
Health Care
Description
StarCare is currently in search of a Social Worker (bachelor or master level) to work at Sunrise Canyon Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital.
Social Service staff work with patients receiving inpatient psychiatric care at Sunrise Canyon Hospital by identifying their psychosocial, mental and emotional needs along with providing, developing, and/or aiding in the access of services to meet those needs. The Social Worker should be hardworking, motivated, empathetic, positive, and eager to learn.
Responsibilities include:

• Develops and monitors quality social work services ensuring these are available to all persons admitted to Sunrise Canyon Hospital in accordance with the Joint Commission, Medicare, and Psychiatric Hospital Licensure requirements.
• Coordinates treatment planning and ensures appropriate court commitment procedures are followed for each patient.
• Conducts a minimum of one group per week and serves on all assigned hospital committees as needed.
• Participates as a member of the treatment team to provide professional clinical social work services in order to provide for the holistic needs of the patient, to coordinate services in the hospital, and to provide for continuity across services.
• Provides assessments, family and individual support.
• Serves as a liaison with available community resources.
• Performs supportive counseling, social histories, discharge planning, and making post-discharge arrangements and other related duties, such as, are individual therapy, group therapy, patient and family education.
• Completes required documentation.
• Communicates information to supervisor and other Center employees .
• This position ensures all activities support the Mission, Vision, and Values of StarCare Specialty Health System.

Schedule: This is a full-time (40 hrs/week) exempt position scheduled Monday - Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm, with flexibility to meet the needs of the hospital.
Benefit Package:
StarCare offers an expansive benefit package including, but not limited to: company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, paid hospital indemnity plan, 401k with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.
Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Social Worker (LBSW, LMSW, LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT).
• One year of full time experience working in the field of mental health, preferred.
• Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment, including laptop with Microsoft Office Products (word, excel, email, etc.).
• Must have current Texas driver's license and be insurable under Center insurance.
• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.

WHY CHOOSE StarCare?
Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:

1. Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
2. Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a diverse array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
3. Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
4. Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
5. Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System , your work is not a job; it's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We've been waiting for you!
EEO Statement:
StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.