Social Worker

Major / Essential Functions

• Communicates with team members and supervisor in a timely manner utilizing direct, complete, and adequate information.
• Treatment Team : Dependability - on time for treatment team, arranges coverage, notifies team members of absences. Scheduling - Patient's Individual Treatment Plans (ITP's) are reviewed based on timeframes stipulated in current policies and pertaining to release planning. Contribution-reports relevant information regarding Outpatient functional status and psychiatric status makes appropriate referrals, knowledgeable of group therapy programming. Coordination-assists in the interviewing of Outpatients and other staff members using professional and assertive verbal / non-verbal communication.
• Monitoring (Row Round) and Assessment (Psychosocial Evaluation) : Staff member monitors each offender patient prior to a treatment team review. Required documentation is noted in the medical record. Meets standards for quality, quantity, time frames as set by supervisor and team. Staff member conducts a patient interview on or before the 10th work day after the date of admission.
• Case Management Tasks : Responds to Sick Calls (I-60's) in accordance to existing policies. Responds to family calls per policy and using required forms. Documents family calls in the medical record. Completes release planning tasks including necessary communication and paperwork in a timely manner and according to policy and procedure. Manages treatment team referrals in timely and appropriate manner. Manages referrals to specialized programs in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of therapeutic approach and creates and maintains positive therapeutic environment. Maintains professional, therapeutic boundaries. Adheres to established guidelines for individual and group demographics. Adheres to established guidelines for individual and psychosocial educational groups.
• Clinical Documentation and Correspondence : Documents using appropriate forms in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR), professional language, supports clinical assessment with objective information / observation, and avoids jargon. Follows policy and procedure for group therapy documentation, row rounds, clinical notes for care plan, and for I-60’s.
• Effective Use of Technology : Demonstrates knowledge and ability to document, find information and communicate effectively using the Electronic Medical Record, Microsoft Office Programs, Texas Department Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Host on Demand and programs / operations utilized by Correctional Managed Health Care (CMHC) and Texas Tech University Health Science Center (TTUHSC).

Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education :

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (B. A.) from an approved accredited four-year college or university in a behavioral science.

License / Certification :

Credentialed as a Certified Social Worker.

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Introduction

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About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our , TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

About the Division :

Since 1989, has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member :

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.