Emergency Department Social Work Clinician II

Emergency Department Social Work Clinician I or IIPosition Summary:Position assesses and provides psychiatric evaluation for patients seen for mental health, substance use, and medical social work needs, and provides clinical therapeutic services to include therapeutic modalities, crisis intervention, and case management services to patients and families.Responsibilities:Provides general social work services linking patients and families to appropriate referrals and/or assisting them in meeting their needsScreens and assesses patients for social determinants and connects, links, and refers patients to appropriate resourcesCompletes biopsychosocial, psychiatric, and Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale as a part of comprehensive assessment process for both psychiatric and/or medical social work needsConducts strengths based, patient-centered assessments, providing evidenced based interventionsSupports the mental and physical health care of patients on an assigned daily caseload, coordinates care with patient's primary care doctor, and consults with psychiatrist and emergency department physiciansSystematically tracks plan of care and monitor patient dispositionProvides social work intervention for placement, home health, hospice, palliative care, and other discharge needsProvides consultation for safety and mandating reporting to vulnerable populationsUnderstands insurance payer requirements and processes for resources and dispositionCompletes clinical documentation within required timelinesDevelops and complete safety plans and provides follow upIdentifies high utilization and completion of EDIEParticipates in and uses clinical supervision and consultation to continuously examine professional roles and boundaries, engage in ongoing self-correction, and to insure that practice is congruent with NASW code of ethics and valuesPerforms other related duties as assignedFamiliar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fieldRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionCompetent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned EDSW Clinician I:Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in social work or counseling requiredActive license in the State of Idaho as a LMSW or LPC or commitment to obtaining Idaho LMSW or LPC within 6 months of hire requiredClinical licensing preferredMinimum 2 years of experience providing service in a mental health setting, such as community mental health, requiredKnowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (information and referral, state/federal financial programs and eligibility requirements, etc.). Compliance with accepted professional standards and practicesBasic knowledge of pharmacology for common mental health disorders that within scope of practice EDSW Clinician II:Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field requiredActive license in the State of Idaho as a LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT or commitment to obtainingIdaho LCSW, LCPC, or LMFT within 6 months of hire requiredClinical licensing preferredMinimum 2 years of experience providing service in a mental health setting, such as community mental health, requiredKnowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (information and referral, state/federal financial programs and eligibility requirements, etc.). Compliance with accepted professional standards and practicesBasic knowledge of pharmacology for common mental health disorders within scope of practice Working Conditions: Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting positionTypical equipment used in an office jobRepetitive movements About Kootenai HealthKootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and MagnetTM Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer'paid options for eligible full'time employees, plus affordable plans for part'time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employeesTuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growthRetirement plans with pre'tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%-6%Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentialsAward'winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing appsPerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categoriesAnd an employee referral bonus programKootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!Apply today!