Social Worker Inpatient Behavioral Health (Per DiemDays)
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Job Location:
Bellevue, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 41 - 61
Posted on:
15-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Welcome to a medical center where youre the center of attention.
Pay range:
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Hourly$41.11 - $61.67Position Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate highly skilledSocial Worker to join our multidisciplinary team in theVoluntary Behavioral Health Unit (BHU). This masters-prepared clinician will play a pivotal role in supporting patients through their inpatient stay and transition to outpatient care. The ideal candidate brings strong clinical judgment behavioral health expertise and a collaborative spirit to ensure safe effective and culturally responsive discharge planning.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Rounding & Patient Engagement
Attend daily interdisciplinary rounds at 0800; actively contribute to care planning.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of each patients psychosocial status and discharge plan.
Serve as liaison between patients families/support systems and outpatient providers.
Chart Review & Risk Identification
Review mental health history and precipitating events leading to hospitalization.
Identify and respond to chart flags including:
Mental Health Advance Directives
Firearm access concerns (e.g. Donnas Law Safe Storage ERPO)
Requests for family/provider contact (verify ROIs prior to outreach)
Provide education on safety planning firearm safety and family support resources.
Psychosocial Assessment & Care Coordination
Complete psychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission.
Identify current providers scheduled appointments and transportation needs.
Document using standardized SmartPhrase (.BHUSWA).
Discharge Planning & Appointments
Ensure CMS-compliant follow-up with medication providers within 30 days of discharge.
Coordinate with medical team to ensure adequate medication supply at discharge.
Update After Visit Summary (AVS) and document appointment details using SmartPhrase (.BHU30DAPP).
Referrals & Community Resources
Facilitate referrals to appropriate outpatient services including:
Partial Hospitalization Programs
Pathlight and culturally appropriate counseling
Other specialized programs based on patient needs
Ensure signed ROIs are in place for all referrals.
Provide patients with tailored resource lists and AVS updates.
Mandated Reporting & Safety
Independently report concerns to Adult Protective Services (APS) or Child Protective Services (CPS) as required.
Educate staff on mandated reporting responsibilities; social work does not report on behalf of others.
Resource Management & Logistics
Assist patients with transportation (Lyft bus passes) and other discharge logistics.
Collaborate with BHU leadership to manage access to transportation tools and SmartPhrase documentation.
Team Communication & Handoff
Utilize FYI documentation andfor handoffs and updates.
Participate in team discussions to optimize discharge planning and continuity of care.
Qualifications for Social Worker I:
Masters degree in social work preferred or related field from an accredited university required.
Candidate must possess one of the following licenses from the state of Washington: Social Work Associate Independent Clinical (SC) Social Work Associate Advanced (SA) Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MG) Mental Health Counselor Associate (MC) or Agency Affiliated Counselor (CG).
Inpatient acute psychiatric experience preferred
Requires assessment and care planning skills broad knowledge of the community resources medical terminology hospital systems insurance guidelines financial issues and risk management issues. Effective verbal and written communication skills and computer skills. An understanding of the issues that are involved in the documentation and continual quality improvement process of patient care in the hospital setting preferred.
Qualifications for Social Worker II:
Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
Candidate must possess one of the following licenses from the state of Washington: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LW) Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LW) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LH) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LF).
Minimum 2 years of experience in behavioral health preferably inpatient psychiatric care.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care safety planning and community resources.
Familiarity with CMS regulations and documentation standards.
Excellent communication organizational and crisis intervention skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced interdisciplinary environment.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with SmartPhrases and Epic documentation.
Knowledge of Washington State firearm safety laws and mental health directives.
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.
Familiarity with culturally responsive care models.
Why Join Us
Be part of a mission-driven team focused on compassionate patient-centered care.
Work in a supportive environment that values innovation collaboration and professional growth.
Access to continuing education clinical supervision and leadership development opportunities
Why join Overlake
- Local visible leaders who care about you.
- A values-based work environment.
- Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.
- Many Overlake services covered at 100%.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $10000 per year.
- Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.
- Pre-tax and Roth after tax retirement savings plans.
- An expanded Employee Assistance Program.
- A caregiver support program to help with everything from childcare to eldercare.
- Free parking and Orca transit passes.
If this sounds like an environment where youll thrive wed love to hear from you.
How much will this job pay
Posted pay ranges represent the entire pay scale from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional pay based on shift certification or level of education. Job offers are determined based on a candidates years of relevant experience and internal equity. If you have questions about Overlakes pay practices employee benefits or the pay for a specific position please contact
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
Overlake is a nonprofit serving Seattle’s Eastside community with a 349-bed hospital and a network of primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics.
