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Job Summary

The Psychiatric Social Worker is responsible for participating in outpatient services for adults, coordinating and managing service plans for clients, while working under the clinical supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. The role requires applying social work knowledge to assist clients within family and community contexts.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Conducts individual, conjoint, or family therapy with assigned patients.
• Assists in the formulation and implementation of coordination and service plans.
• Ensures full participation of all clients in the program and assures continuity of care.
• Responsible for discharge planning and in-service training for the team.
• Relieves other primary therapists as needed and maintains confidentiality of client-related matters.
• Cooperates with fundraising activities and works with multicultural and ethnic populations.
• Maintains records, prepares reports, and serves as liaison to other departments for client referrals.
• Monitors patient satisfaction with services quarterly and refers to other agencies when appropriate.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Education

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Clinical Psychology from an accredited college.
• A valid registration with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences or license eligibility.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one (1) year experience in a psychiatric facility working with persistently and severely mentally ill patients is preferred.
• Applicants must be physically well, emotionally stable, and possess good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary treatment team is essential.

Skills

• Client Focus: Implements evidence-based therapeutic interventions and evaluates program outcomes.
• Collaboration: Develops cooperation and teamwork in counseling settings.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzes and evaluates information effectively.
• Cultural Diversity: Works effectively within the cultural context of clients.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates respectful and effective relationships with colleagues and clients.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.