Social Worker - BSW Outpatient

Adams Place

1 day ago

Knoxville, TennesseeFull TimeSocial Work

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

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Key Responsibilities

will play a vital role in patient care by: * Completing psychosocial assessments and treatment plans * Leading individual, family, and group therapy * Coordinating discharge and aftercare planning * Supporting community outreach and education efforts * Collaborating closely with clinical and medical teams Qualifications Education: * Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution. BSWs only need apply, other degrees will not considered

Membership in the Academy of Certified Social Workers Training:

Documented training related to behavioral health within the past year

Eligible to meet hospital standards Experience:

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with employer match.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with AdamsPlace in United States.

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentsTreatment planningIndividual therapyFamily therapyGroup therapyDischarge planningAftercare planningCommunity outreachBehavioral healthSubstance use crisis interventionGeriatric careClinical collaboration

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker - BSW Outpatient at Adams Place a 3.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at Adams Place is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial assessments, Treatment planning, Individual therapy, Family therapy, Group therapy, Discharge planning, Aftercare planning, Community outreach. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and facilitate individual, family, and group therapy sessions. They are also responsible for coordinating discharge and aftercare planning while collaborating with the multidisciplinary clinical team.

Benefits package: Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Family Sick Leave, Competitive Benefits Package, 401(k) Match, New Modern Facility, Growth Opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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