Clinical social worker, psych response team | Sacramento, CA

backssments, care coordination, discharge and aftercare planning to patient and their families in emergency departments and other healthcare settings. The incumbent will have competency in working with and backssing patients and family in high-demand and high-consequences situations, especially backssing child, adolescent and adults for danger to self, danger to others, and grave disability due to a mental disorder as defined by Welfare & Institutions.

Provides consultation on the psychosocial aspects of human behavior in complex environments to primary care providers, staff, patients, and family. The Clinical Social is the primary contact for involving and educating patients, families,

and significant others in level of care determination, process of treatment and the recovery process. Serves as a liaison to community programs and develops strategic partnerships to enhance aftercare plans of patients and their families.

Participates on committees as required. Other duties may be required or assigned. Job Description: SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Strong clinical skills in psychosocial backssment, crisis intervention, counseling, interdisciplinary collaboration, and linkage with resources. Knowledgeable in child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric psychopathology as well as psychiatric interventions. Must be knowledgeable with psychiatric, psychosocial, and legal issues and substance

misuse/abuse and chemical dependency backssment and treatment, understanding of current insurance benefits and restrictions in the area of mental health, knowledgeable of DSM-IV-TR, family systems therapy, and crisis intervention models.

Knowledge of child, elder, and dependent adult abuse, domestic violence reporting requirements, and other significant regulations affecting clinical social work practice (e. g. Tarasoff, patient-psychotherapist privilege). High level of expertise and of knowledge of suicidal and homicidal behavior, and the skills necessary to backss lethality and to develop appropriate treatment plans. Knowledge and understanding of human behavior and communication, psychotherapy, case management, and the influence of cultural and spiritual values in social work practice.

Knowledge and skills are necessary to provide psychosocial care appropriate to the age-specific needs of children, adolescents, adults, and elders. Knowledge of individual and family development over the life spans. Knowledge of substance misuse and abuse and co-occurring disorders Knowledge of recovery-oriented services, family systems, and evidenced-based treatments (e. g. Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interview, Acceptance, and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention, etc Demonstrate ability to plan, organize, set, and accomplish objectives.

Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Must exhibit excellent communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Work is performed with many interruptions. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities and competing demands. Must be able to flex time to handle emergencies occasionally.

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE Prior work experience in crisis settings, acute psychiatric settings, and healthcare settings have included backssing psychiatric and behavioral health patients, 5150 evaluations, and level of care determining, family treatment, and aftercare and discharging planning. EDUCATION Master of Social Work is required and must be registered with the Board of Behavioral Science. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8/10 Blended Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Number of Openings: 1 Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $35.63 to $53.45 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs.

Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_davis-c426329/clinical-social-worker-psych-response-team-davis_i1959775640