Overview

This is a Per diem position.

As the state's first private hospital, Saint John Hospital is a full-service, community hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas. It has garnered five stars from Healthgrades for its treatment of sepsis, and it consistently receives the highest accolades for health care quality and safety. The hospital offers innovative medical care, employs excellent doctors, and has a compassionate staff that offers a 24/7 emergency room, outpatient surgical services, primary care clinic, intensive care unit, and skilled nursing care unit. The hospital also carries on the legacy of the Leavenworth sisters and will continue to deliver exceptional care to the surrounding community.

We are committed to providingOutstanding Benefitsto our employees. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• Outstanding Medical Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

• 401k

• and so much more….

  Come Join a Team of dedicated Healthcare Workers!!!

  Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas, is seeking a compassionate and dedicatedBehavioral Health Social Workerto join our dynamic behavioral health team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality therapeutic services to individuals and families facing mental health challenges. This role requires an understanding of mental health issues, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment to enhance patient care and promote well-being.Key Responsibilities:• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate patients’ mental, emotional, and social needs.• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the clinical team.• Provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions to patients, addressing various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and more.• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and support for patients experiencing acute psychiatric or behavioral issues.• Advocate for patients’ needs and help them access community resources, such as housing, financial assistance, or other support services.• Document patient progress, treatment plans, and any changes in status according to hospital policy and regulatory standards.• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, nurses, and physicians, to coordinate care and ensure holistic treatment.• Participate in case conferences, patient care rounds, and other multidisciplinary team meetings.• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in social work and healthcare practices.• Provide education and guidance to patients and families about mental health conditions and available treatment options.• Stay up-to-date with current social work practices, regulations, and mental health treatment strategies.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor or related field.2. In states requiring license, required upon hire and maintain current in accordance with state regulations. In states without a licensure requirement, current registration for with appropriate state board required and/or under clinical supervision to meet clinical hours required for licensure.3. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.4. Minimum one (1) year Inpatient l or Outpatient Behavioral Health experience. Experience in working with a diverse population with a wide range of problems (i.e., death and dying, maternal and child care, substance abuse, disability, chronic illness, etc.).

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FacilitySt. John's Hospital

LocationUS-KS-Leavenworth

ID2025-203908

CategoryClinical Professional

Position TypePer Diem

ShiftVariable

Job TypeNon-Exempt