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About the job Director of Social Work (Behavioral Health)
Director of Social Work
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director of Social Work to lead the clinical social services department within a high-acuity inpatient behavioral health setting. This leadership role is responsible for supervising social work staff, ensuring quality patient care, overseeing treatment planning and discharge processes, and serving as a key member of the multidisciplinary leadership team.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong clinical background in inpatient behavioral health, proven leadership experience, and a passion for helping patients and families navigate the treatment and recovery process.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Staff Management
Provide leadership, supervision, and ongoing support to Social Workers and clinical staff.
Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and professional development activities.
Ensure staff compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and payer requirements.
Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training new team members.
Patient Care & Treatment Planning Oversee psychosocial assessments, clinical documentation, and treatment planning processes.
Ensure individualized treatment plans are developed, implemented, and reviewed in a timely manner.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical case reviews.
Support crisis intervention efforts and complex patient care needs.
Family Engagement & Discharge Planning Coordinate family involvement in treatment when clinically appropriate.
Facilitate or oversee family therapy services and patient support groups.
Lead discharge planning efforts, community referrals, and continuity of care initiatives.
Collaborate with outside providers and community resources to support successful patient outcomes.
Program Development & Compliance Assist in the development and enhancement of clinical programming.
Monitor quality, performance improvement, and documentation standards.
Participate in hospital committees and leadership initiatives.
Maintain compliance with all state, federal, accreditation, and organizational requirements.
Community & Referral Relations Build and maintain professional relationships with referral sources and community partners.
Participate in outreach, education, and community engagement efforts.
Serve as a positive ambassador for the organization within the behavioral health community.
Qualifications Required Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
Active Ohio social work licensure (LSW, LISW, or eligible per state requirements)
Minimum 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a behavioral health setting
Experience working with adult and/or geriatric psychiatric populations
Strong knowledge of treatment planning, discharge planning, crisis intervention, and clinical documentation
Preferred Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)
Prior inpatient psychiatric hospital experience
Experience supervising clinical teams in a high-acuity behavioral health environment
Knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and payer standards
Ideal Candidate Traits Strong clinical leadership skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Collaborative team player
Passionate about patient advocacy and quality care
Comfortable working in a fast-paced inpatient behavioral health environment
Benefits Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Supportive leadership team
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes
Worksite address
tiffin, OH, 43579, US
Who can apply
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