Social Services Clinician

Haven Behavioral Hospital of Eastern PA is an 86-bed acute-care Joint Commission Accredited psychiatric hospital that offers care for adults dealing with mental health conditions and co-occurring disorders. We are dedicated to partnering with individuals, families, and communities to improve the lives of patients through the delivery of high-quality, specialty behavioral health services.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) – Eligible first of the month after 30 days
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Market Compensation
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities

• Complete thorough psychosocial assessments and initial evaluations within required timeframes, including interviews with patients, families/guardians, and natural supports
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans that include measurable, strengths-based goals consistent with assessed patient needs
• Assess patients for risk of harm to self or others and communicate concerns promptly to the attending practitioner and treatment team, using required documentation
• Provide age-appropriate group psychoeducation and related activities
• Provide individual and family psychoeducation as ordered or indicated, documenting all sessions per program standards
• Seek clinical supervision and guidance from the clinical supervisor when clinical complications or questions arise
• Participate as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, contributing to assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning
• Serve as the primary point of communication for the treatment team with patients, families, caseworkers, outpatient providers, and other professionals
• Lead or support discharge planning by identifying barriers early, coordinating with the team, and engaging families and community agencies
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with community agencies and resources relevant to patient care
• Interact professionally and respectfully with patients, families, team members, and external entities, ensuring the treatment environment supports the program’s mission
• Communicate treatment scope, limitations, changes in status, and the roles of team members to patients and families; may serve as court liaison when needed
• Communicate issues requiring follow-up to the Director of Social Services and collaborate with team members to support exemplary treatment and customer service
• Complete timely, legible, and thorough documentation for assessments, interventions, treatment plans, discharge planning, and incident reports per policy
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health–related field required; master's degree preferred but not required depending on state licensure regulations
• Preference for experience working on a clinical multidisciplinary team
• One year of experience in behavioral health, ideally in an acute care or similar setting, with exposure to evidence-based individual, group, and family interventions, preferred

Skills

• Ability to complete psychosocial assessments and identify patient needs
• Skill in developing and updating individualized, measurable treatment plans
• Ability to recognize clinical complications and appropriately seek supervision
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and external providers
• Ability to maintain timely, accurate, and thorough documentation
• Ability to interact professionally while upholding patient dignity, privacy, and safety
• Must complete Basic Life Saving (BLS) course and an Oceans approved de-escalation course

Work Environment

• Subject to many interruptions
• Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries
• This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere
• Work requires spending approximately 90% or more of the time inside a building that offers protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes