The BHC Social Worker is responsible for providing outpatient clinical and social work services. These services include psychosocial assessments; individual psychological assessments; individual, group and family therapy; participation on interdisciplinary treatment teams. Understands relevant community resources, insurance, regulatory, and legal system issues relevant to the care of patients in an inpatient setting.

Minimum Education

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW).

Minimum Work Experience

• Three to five years of LICSW social work in psychotherapy, medical crisis intervention, and solution-focused therapy.
• Experience working with adults with acute mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
• Managed-care experience a plus.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed in the State of Vermont as an LICSW

• NASW code of conduct principles
• Psychosocial assessments, utilization and case management principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of community resources.
• Exhibits knowledge in CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing and evidence-based practices.
• Individual and family supportive counseling and advocacy.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards relevant to acute inpatient and outpatient psychological services.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Windows desktop application and navigation skills.

Pay Range: $35.37 - $51.53