Social Worker #BD-669-01 - AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing

• REF #: BD-669-01
• Profession: Social Worker
• Location: Urbana, Illinois
• Coverage type: On-Site
• Job Type: Contract
• Schedule: TBA

• A bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree in social work (MSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred. 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

• Strong crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with law enforcement and other community partners.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and mental health services.
• Proficiency in technical skills.

• Collaborate with law enforcement on active calls and provide crisis intervention for mental health emergencies, including suicidal ideation.
• Assess risk levels and immediate needs, complete necessary documentation, and handle involuntary admission petitions as required by law.
• Conduct follow-up visits and calls with individuals exhibiting concerning behavior.
• Develop and implement personalized care plans, and connect clients to community resources and services.
• Offer ongoing support and advocacy for clients navigating healthcare and social service systems.
• Coordinate with police, mental health professionals, and community organizations to ensure effective care and services.
• Attend team meetings to review cases and improve service delivery, maintaining accurate and timely documentation.
• Assist with community engagement efforts for individuals with mental or behavioral health challenges.
• Train law enforcement personnel on mental health issues, crisis intervention techniques, and effective communication strategies.
• Provide educational resources on mental health and available support services, and offer continuous educational opportunities for yourself and others in the role.
• Other duties as assigned.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve