Social Worker

Mercy Health  

Intro paragraph 

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position 

The Social Worker provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH). May provide clinical and administrative supervision. 

Essential Job Functions   

• Provides individual and family psychotherapy 

• Group facilitation, participates in family and treatment team meetings 

• Discharge planning 

• Community resource knowledge and collaboration 

• Psychosocial assessments 

• Knowledge of involuntary processes; Knowledge of guardianships, advanced directives, and POAs 

• Substance use disorder (SUD) screenings 

• SUD discharge planning 

• Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) completion 

• Post-discharge calls 

• Patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9), Columbia-Suicide Rating Scale (C-SSRS), and social determinants of health (SDOH) screenings 

• Crisis assessment and referral services 

• Successfully participates to complete BSMH and departmental specific training as required 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Licensing/Certification 

Licensed as a Social Worker in state of practice (preferred, required within 6 months of hire)

Education 

Bachelors, Social Work (required) 

Masters, Social Work or Social Administration (preferred) 

Work Experience 

1 year in social or human services setting. (required) 

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team