Psychiatric Social Worker

What Awaits You:

• Opportunities for Career Growth - Build a meaningful career with access to professional development, mentorship, and advancement pathways.
• Collaborative and Inclusive Environment - Work alongside a diverse team of professionals who value mutual respect, innovation, and teamwork.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Take advantage of a competitive and affordable benefits program that supports your health, financial security, and overall well-being.

Position Summary
Howard County General Hospital's Emergency Department is seeking a Psychiatric Social Worker I to deliver high-quality mental health services and ensure continuity of care for patients in the Emergency Department. This role involves conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health and substance use disorders, and collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment and disposition plans. The ideal candidate will be familiar with Maryland's mental health resources and adept at securing necessary insurance authorizations.

All clinical activity must be documented in accordance with Johns Hopkins and Maryland state regulations.

Schedule:

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Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to psychiatric consult requests from Emergency Department physicians

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including psychosocial evaluations and mental status exams

• Collaborate with attending physicians to confirm medical clearance and determine consult needs

• Communicate assessment findings and disposition recommendations to referring providers

• Secure insurance authorizations and document all authorization activity

• Engage with patients, families, and collateral sources to gather pertinent clinical information

• Develop and implement appropriate treatment and discharge plans

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with institutional and regulatory guidelines

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from a CSWE-accredited (or equivalent) program

• Active LMSW licensure (LCSW-C preferred); licensure must be maintained throughout employment

• Must meet CME requirements for Maryland licensure and renewal

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in emergency department or pediatric social work settings

Salary Range: Minimum $1.00/hour - Maximum $1,000.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

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