Social Services Lead

Bon Secours
Petersburg, VA

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

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. Leads social services in collaboration with the medical director and designated BH leader.

Essential Job Functions

  • Direct patient care (individual & group)

  • Responsible for scheduling and staffing

  • Quality Review

  • Chart Review; SafeCare review and follow up

  • Patient and staff advocacy

  • Responding to patient complaints

  • May be responsible for survey readiness

  • May be responsible for onboarding new staff members

  • May be responsible for Peer competency review

  • May be responsible for coordinating and supervising internships

  • 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

Required to have one of the following:

Licensed Social Work (LSW)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) (required if employed in Ohio and Kentucky)

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) (required if employed in Ohio and Kentucky)

Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) (preferred)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (preferred)

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) (preferred)

Licensed professional counselors (LPC) (preferred)

Education

Masters, Social Work, Social Administration, Counseling, or Expressive Therapy (required)

Work Experience

1 year in healthcare, social or human services setting (required)

Training

None

Skills

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

Operational 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 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 – 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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