Psychiatric Social Worker
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Last updated on 25 Dec 2025
Overview
A Psychiatric Social Worker is a licensed professional who provides mental health support, therapy, and case management to individuals with psychiatric disorders. They work in hospitals, clinics, community agencies, and private practice, often collaborating with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other healthcare providers to improve patients’ emotional and social well-being.
Job Description
- Assess patients’ mental health status, social environment, and support systems to determine needs and develop treatment plans.
- Provide individual, group, or family therapy, using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, or crisis intervention.
- Coordinate care with psychiatrists and medical teams, helping manage medication adherence, discharge planning, and follow-up.
- Offer crisis intervention and suicide prevention support during psychiatric emergencies or acute mental health episodes.
- Advocate for patient rights and access to services, including housing, financial aid, rehabilitation, and legal support.
- Educate families and caregivers about mental illness, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Maintain detailed clinical documentation, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and institutional guidelines.
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