University of Rochester

Social Worker (S) Job ID 220716

Location

Strong Memorial Hospital

Full/Part Time TAR

Regular/Temporary Regular

Opening

Time as Reported Grade 053 Psychiatry SMH Crisis

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The social worker assigned to the Mobile Crisis Team provides social work assessment, and crisis intervention and treatment to complex mentally ill patients who are at risk in a variety of outreach settings, including group homes, shelters, patients' homes, and other sites across Monroe County. The social worker on the Mobile Crisis Team works closely with a Crisis Specialist. Through psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, resource consultation, and brief treatment, psychosocial risk may be minimized and Emergency Department utilization decreased. The Social Worker participates in program policy planning, program development, program evaluation, and public relations activity.

Qualifications:

The social worker who occupies this position must have a MSW from an accredited social work graduate program and must obtain NYS social work license within 18 months of employment. Computer literacy preferred.

How To Apply

All applicants must apply online.

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