Psychiatric Social Worker
Psychiatric Social Worker
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**Does related work as required.
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To be considered for the Psychiatric Social Worker role candidates must proceed to the following link:
you have followed the above link you will be presented with a list of all exams. NOTE: The exam is Psychiatric Social Worker
Please Proceed As Follows:
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Complete all questions and proceed as requested
Position Details
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reviews referrals to the Adult Single Point of Access Unit (ASPOA) to approve eligibility for Assertive Community Treatment and Assisted Outpatient Treatment;
Approves the screenout of any client deemed ineligible for Adult SPOA services
Refers clients whose needs cannot be met by the program to an appropriate agency equipped to address client needs; Refers patients to any available resources
As part of a multidisciplinary team which includes an AOT Psychiatrist Licensed clinical Social workers other professionals such as attorneys and hospital staff; attends and participates in the AOT Clinical Review Panel
Participates in case conferences to discuss highrisk/ highneed or challenging client cases
Participates in Staff meetings to discuss office and management issues within the Adult SPOA ;
Provides clinical supervision and guidance to line staff
Reviews the AOT Weekly Monitoring Reports and Significant Event Reports and directs staff to followup on any outstanding issues.
Assist with coordination of AOT Removal Order request from treatment teams
Assist with development of AOT Treatment Plans
Attend planning and policy meetings set forth by NYS Department of Health and Office of Mental Health.
Management and triage of the Assertive Community Treatment Team Waiting List.
Coordination and Tracking of Mandatory departmental Staff Trainings.
Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
Benefits For You Now And Your Future
Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan including medical dental and vision coverage
Pension
Paid Time Off: Vacation 2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to taketime off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen 13 paid holidays.
WorkLife Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good worklife balance.
Overall county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security making them an attractive option for many job seekers.
*This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time
**Sponsorship is not available for this role
**Remote work is not available for this role
Salary: $54392
Schedule: Monday to Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Graduation from a college with federallyauthorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Masters Degree in Social Work
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Certification as Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the New York State Department of Education must be maintained throughout employment in this title.
At the time of appointment and during employment in this title employees will be required to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
NOTE: One 1 year of experience as a psychiatric social worker may be substituted for the above year of study in a psychiatric setting.
ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS:
Thorough knowledge of the principles methods and practices of psychiatric social work
Thorough knowledge of the functioning of mental hygiene outpatient services
Thorough knowledge of the social and psychological aspects of mental disease mental ation developmental disabilities chemical dependency and of modern treatment methods
Good knowledge of community resources and how to use them effectively
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with patients colleagues patients families physicians and social agencies
Ability to prepare comprehensive case work and treatment records
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Ability to analyze information and reach sound conclusions
Patience
Good judgment
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Suffolk Countys Commitment to Diversity Inclusion & Equity:
- Our focus is to promote support and implement the Countywide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
- We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
- We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.
Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race color religion creed national origin ancestry disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship sex sexual orientation gender identity age citizenship marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Locate at the top right side of the site in the blue area Log In To Apply For Exams or Change Your Profile
In the same blue area you must select Click here to create a Civil Service User ID
Complete all questions and proceed as requested
Reviews referrals to the Adult Single Point of Access Unit (ASPOA) to approve eligibility for Assertive Community Treatment and Assisted Outpatient Treatment;
Approves the screenout of any client deemed ineligible for Adult SPOA services
Refers clients whose needs cannot be met by the program to an appropriate agency equipped to address client needs; Refers patients to any available resources
As part of a multidisciplinary team which includes an AOT Psychiatrist Licensed clinical Social workers other professionals such as attorneys and hospital staff; attends and participates in the AOT Clinical Review Panel
Participates in case conferences to discuss highrisk/ highneed or challenging client cases
Participates in Staff meetings to discuss office and management issues within the Adult SPOA ;
Provides clinical supervision and guidance to line staff
Reviews the AOT Weekly Monitoring Reports and Significant Event Reports and directs staff to followup on any outstanding issues.
Assist with coordination of AOT Removal Order request from treatment teams
Assist with development of AOT Treatment Plans
Attend planning and policy meetings set forth by NYS Department of Health and Office of Mental Health.
Management and triage of the Assertive Community Treatment Team Waiting List.
Coordination and Tracking of Mandatory departmental Staff Trainings.
Perform all other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan including medical dental and vision coverage
Pension
Paid Time Off: Vacation 2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to taketime off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen 13 paid holidays.
WorkLife Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good worklife balance.
Overall county government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security making them an attractive option for many job seekers.
OPEN COMPETITIVE
NOTE: One 1 year of experience as a psychiatric social worker may be substituted for the above year of study in a psychiatric setting.
Thorough knowledge of the principles methods and practices of psychiatric social work
Thorough knowledge of the functioning of mental hygiene outpatient services
Thorough knowledge of the social and psychological aspects of mental disease mental ation developmental disabilities chemical dependency and of modern treatment methods
Good knowledge of community resources and how to use them effectively
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with patients colleagues patients families physicians and social agencies
Ability to prepare comprehensive case work and treatment records
Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
Ability to analyze information and reach sound conclusions
Patience
Good judgment
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Employment Type
Full Time
