Social Worker - BSW or MSW
Social Worker - BSW or MSW
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Job Description
Under the supervision of a social worker who meets state required standards provides psychotherapy counseling and other services in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The social worker may also coordinate patient discharge planning complies with required standards for medical/legal responsibilities and serves as a resource to other allied and administrative staff within the section of Social Work.
Qualifications
A BSW or MSW degree is required from an accredited Masters of Social Work Program. Must have an advanced knowledge of categories in mental illness personality development knowledge of the types of psychiatric treatment and skills in conducting individual group and family therapy. Must have knowledge in adjustment to medical diagnosis and chronic disease. Strong human relation skills are needed to interact with patients patients family members consultants residents hospital personnel community agencies and other resources. Must also have psychosocial diagnostic skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
Licensure by applicable state requirements. Certified as a Bachelors Level Social Worker or Certification at the Certified Advanced Practice (CAPSW) or Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW) level by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services is required. CAPSW personnel who have achieved two years of supervised social work practice by a supervisor who has met board requirements may apply for certification as a CISW. CAPSW or CISW personnel following 3000 hours of clinical social work practice including at least 1000 hours of face to face contact supervised by a person meeting board requirements may apply for licensure at the LCSW level. Valid drivers license required for specific areas.
Employment Type
Full-Time
