Social Worker | Behavioral Health | Mental Health & Addiction

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Department: Behavioral Health
Job Type: Full Time | Exempt
Work Setting: Fully Onsite

Overview

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is seeking a Social Worker to join our Behavioral Health team in Philadelphia.

This position provides direct social work and clinical support to individuals receiving treatment for mental health conditions, substance use disorders, addiction, and co occurring behavioral health needs. The Social Worker serves as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and supports patients throughout treatment, from admission through discharge and aftercare planning.

Key areas of responsibility include psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, individual counseling, group facilitation, discharge planning, community resource coordination, benefits and financial assistance, family support, and coordination with outside agencies and providers.

We are open to recent graduates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work who are looking to begin their career in behavioral health. Previous professional Social Work experience is preferred but not required.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for Social Work graduates with internship, field placement, practicum, volunteer, or professional exposure to behavioral health, mental health, addiction recovery, case management, discharge planning, community resources, residential treatment, or related social services settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain professional relationships with referring agencies

• Meet with prospective clients and participate in preliminary interviews with program leadership

• Collect clinical records and information to support admission evaluations

• Assist with admissions procedures, including treatment consents, financial agreements, and other required documentation

• Assist with the development of psychosocial histories and evaluations during the early stages of treatment

• Participate in the development of initial, comprehensive, and updated treatment plans

• Lead social work groups as assigned by the Program Director or Clinical Supervisor

• Provide individual counseling to clients as required

• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings

• Assist clients with maintaining medical coverage and accessing financial assistance

• Maintain communication with outside providers, community agencies, and support systems

• Assist clients in developing realistic discharge and aftercare plans, including housing and therapeutic supports

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within patient records and the Electronic Health Record

• Communicate important clinical information to other members of the treatment team in a timely manner

• Complete treatment planning, counseling interventions, and documentation based on individual clinical needs

• Perform duties in accordance with organizational requirements and applicable professional ethical standards

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) required

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred

• Recent graduates with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work are encouraged to apply

• Previous professional Social Work experience preferred but not required

• Internship, field placement, practicum, volunteer, or professional experience in behavioral health, mental health, addiction recovery, case management, discharge planning, community based services, or related social work settings preferred

• Bilingual capabilities are a plus

Work Environment

This is a fully onsite position within a behavioral health treatment environment involving direct patient contact.

The Social Worker works closely with patients, families, clinical staff, physicians, outside referral sources, and other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.

The position requires the ability to manage deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, work within electronic systems, and respond appropriately to crisis situations.

The role may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and working within patient care and treatment areas. Employees are expected to follow hospital health, infection control, ethics, confidentiality, and safety requirements.

Why Join Us

• Recent BSW and MSW graduates are encouraged to apply

• Opportunity to begin or grow your Social Work career within behavioral healthcare

• Gain hands on experience in mental health and addiction recovery services

• Build experience in psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, discharge planning, case management, and community resource coordination

• Provide direct individual and group support to patients

• Work as an active member of a multidisciplinary clinical treatment team

• Gain experience coordinating housing, benefits, financial assistance, therapeutic resources, and aftercare services

• Build relationships with community providers and referral agencies throughout the Philadelphia area

• Opportunity for continued professional growth within behavioral health and social services

• Mission driven behavioral healthcare environment serving the Philadelphia community

Pre Employment and Workplace Policy

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all pre employment requirements, including a physical examination, background check, verification of employment, and drug screening. The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a Drug Free Workplace, and all employees are expected to comply with workplace policies and standards of conduct.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M F D V). We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.