Social Worker - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Mary's Hospital
Listed compensation
$26.82-$41.57/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Work Shift
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)
*Part time
Bon Secours
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours 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.
Bon Secours 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.
Social Worker - Behavioral Health Unit - St. Mary's Hospital
Job Summary
The Social Worker provides direct patient care under the supervision 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 Functions
Provides individual and family psychotherapy, group facilitation, and participates in family meetings and treatment team meetings.
Handles discharge planning, post-discharge calls, shares community resource knowledge, and promotes collaboration.
Administers Psychosocial assessments, behavioral health (BH) screenings, and ensures completion of Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR).
- Responsible for crisis assessment and referral services.
- Participates in continued education and in-service training.
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.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (required)
- Master’s degree in Social Work or Social Administration (preferred)
Licensing & Certifications
- Licensed as a Social Worker in state of practice (preferred, required within6 months of hire)Experience:
- 1 year of experience in social services or human services setting. (required)
Range
- Minimum: $26.82
- Maximum: $41.57
- Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Bon Secours 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 insurances, 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.
Department: Adult Behavioral Health Unit 7W - St. Mary's - Richmond
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
Accordingly, 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 Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com.
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 at recruitment@mercy.com.
Key Responsibilities
The Social Worker provides direct patient care, including individual and family psychotherapy, group facilitation, and treatment team participation. They are also responsible for discharge planning, crisis assessment, and conducting psychosocial screenings.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and possess at least one year of experience in a social or human services setting. A state license as a Social Worker is required within six months of hire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 40 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 15% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $70k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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