We need YOU!

Who We Are: Founded as an orphanage in 1894 by the Sisters of Mercy, MercyFirst today offers an integrated continuum of care for children in need, from birth through adolescence, including children who have been abused and neglected; youth with serious emotional problems; teenagers and young adults who are without family; and families coping with the stress and pressures of poverty, domestic violence, mental illness, and substance abuse.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:   Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.  

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:  Clinical related experience in the assessment and treatment of children and families and relevant experience with child/adolescent.  Experience & knowledge of child/adolescent growth & development and families including child/adolescent development stages and family dynamics.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF POSITION:    provide a full range of clinical services to the residents as a member of the treatment team.  Supervise social work interns if/as assigned.

 

Brief outline of essential tasks:

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for clients
• Use accepted techniques of assessment and intervention demonstrating competency in trauma treatment
• Assist in psychiatric hospitalizations
• Provide leadership and clinical insight to treatment teams and provide clinical input into treatment planning
• Prepare progress notes
• Work collaboratively with other departments including Health Office, Care Management, AODs, etc.
• Report behaviors believed to be symptomatic, emotional, physical, or psychological disturbances
• De-escalate emotional and/or physical outbursts through the use of therapeutic crisis intervention
• Understand and apply knowledge of child and adolescent development
• Supervise social work interns as assigned
• Maintain appropriate boundaries

Our Mission: MercyFirst, a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy, inspires hope and promotes healing for children and families by providing quality human services and educational opportunities while advocating for social change.

What We Offer: Competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package.