Open Position: Social Worker - Licensed Social Worker

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2570.60

Opportunity:

Social Worker (LCSW) - 4W Psychiatric Unit

Job Details:

* 5x8 day shift schedule working Sunday through Thursday
* Shift start times are either 8:00 AM or 8:30 AM with end times of 4:30 PM or 5:00 PM
* Guaranteed 72 hours per two-week period with the possibility of being called off for one 8-hour shift per two-week period
* No on-call required
* Patient ratios of 6 to 8 patients
* Block scheduling available
* Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
* Minimum 1 year of psychiatric and inpatient social work experience required
* Alaska license required; Alaska license preferred but not required at time of submission
* Required certifications: BLS, LCSW
* Charting system: Epic experience required
* Business casual attire required
* Work with adolescent patients (up to age 17) and adult patients (18 and older) on a 20-bed psychiatric unit
* Patient diagnoses include depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, psychotic breaks, schizophrenia, and drug/alcohol dependency as a secondary diagnosis
* Provide individual therapy, family therapy, and some group therapy including process groups
* Administer and interpret PHQ9 assessments
* Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team including senior mental health counselors, nursing staff, and physicians
* Perform biopsychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and care coordination
* Support patients through 5150/involuntary holds, advance directives, adult and child protective services processes
* Work with patients across age groups including pediatrics, adolescents, and adults

Facility:

This is a Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma Center recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital. The facility operates 407 staffed beds and includes a dedicated 20-bed inpatient psychiatric unit serving both adolescent and adult patients. The organization supports a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to patient care and utilizes Epic for electronic health record charting. Parking is available at no cost to staff.

Location:

Anchorage, AK

Anchorage offers a one-of-a-kind living experience surrounded by stunning Alaskan wilderness, with access to world-class outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, fishing, and wildlife viewing year-round. The city combines the amenities of an urban environment with the adventure and natural beauty that make Alaska a truly unique destination for healthcare professionals seeking an extraordinary experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.