Shorewood Behavioral Health
Social Worker, BSW
– Shorewood Behavioral Health
Competitive compensation
with industry‑leading annual performance‑based bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
Professional development and leadership training
Essential Functions
Conduct social history assessment of the patient through observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
Coordinate and plan programs and activities to meet patient’s social and emotional needs.
Promote recovery, symptom reduction and achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
Provide crisis management and family sessions to assist the family in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
Assist in the development of effective treatment plans that apply therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring safety at all times for the patient.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings to discuss patient assessment, treatment plan and ongoing discharge plan.
Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Other Functions
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Education/Experience/Skill Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
One or more years’ experience working with patient populations preferred.
Licenses/Designations/Certifications
Eligible for state licensure as one of the following: Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC).
CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
Senior level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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– Shorewood Behavioral Health
Competitive compensation
with industry‑leading annual performance‑based bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays
Professional development and leadership training
Essential Functions
Conduct social history assessment of the patient through observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
Coordinate and plan programs and activities to meet patient’s social and emotional needs.
Promote recovery, symptom reduction and achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
Provide crisis management and family sessions to assist the family in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
Assist in the development of effective treatment plans that apply therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring safety at all times for the patient.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings to discuss patient assessment, treatment plan and ongoing discharge plan.
Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Other Functions
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Education/Experience/Skill Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
One or more years’ experience working with patient populations preferred.
Licenses/Designations/Certifications
Eligible for state licensure as one of the following: Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC).
CPR and de‑escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
First aid may be required based on state or facility.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
Senior level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries Mental Health Care
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