Social Service Assistant

Montcare Potomac • Full-time • Potomac, Maryland, United States • $65k - $80k / year • 3d ago

The Social Worker is responsible to provide medically related social work services so that each resident may attain or maintain the highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

In return for your expertise, you will enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare.

Responsibilities:

Conduct diagnostic evaluations and assessments to determine the needs of patients
Develop and implement treatment plans based on patient assessments and goals
Provide individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive treatment for patients
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
Participate in clinical research projects to contribute to the advancement of social work practices

Skills:

Knowledge of medical terminology to effectively communicate with healthcare professionals
Strong assessment skills to evaluate patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans
Experience in conducting diagnostic evaluations to identify mental health conditions
Familiarity with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques for behavior modification and emotional regulation
Ability to engage patients using motivational interviewing techniques to promote positive change
Understanding of social work principles and ethics to guide professional practice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Attention to detail in maintaining accurate and thorough medical documentation

Education
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or similar professional qualifications; Current Social Work license as regulated by state law. Two years of social work supervised experience. Working directly with geriatric clients in a health care setting preferred.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or qualifications associated with the role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

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