Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job description:

Position: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Part-Time | On-Site | Center-Based – Queens, NY

Job Overview/ Role Responsibilities :-We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health, mental health counseling, and social work, with extensive experience working with diverse populations including children, adults, and seniors.

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide Psychotherapy/Counseling services to adults with clinical needs.
• Offer individualized support to clients with developmental disabilities and mental health needs
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and implement treatment plans.
• As an LCSW, you will provide comprehensive clinical assessments, therapeutic interventions, to promote mental wellness and improve patient outcomes. Your expertise in psychotherapy and psycho social will be instrumental in delivering high-quality patient-centered care across various settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough clinical evaluations-PSYCHO SOCIAL and diagnostic assessments utilizing medical terminology, ICD coding systems (ICD-10/ICD-9), and HIPAA-compliant documentation practices.
• Provide individual, counseling sessions employing evidence-based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Implement specialized treatment plans for patients with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, PTSD, Alzheimer’s disease, geriatrics needs, and addiction issues.
• Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to foster patient engagement and facilitate behavior change.
• Manage crisis situations through effective crisis intervention strategies and crisis management protocols.
• Collaborate with medical professionals to coordinate patient care plans involving psychopharmacology, diagnostic evaluation, and medical records management.
• Maintain detailed medical documentation adhering to HIPAA regulations; ensure proper CPT coding and accurate recordkeeping for billing purposes.
• Participate in case management activities including intake assessments, treatment planning, progress monitoring, and discharge planning.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights on behavioral health issues and patient progress.

Experience

• Proven experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a minimum of three years working in behavioral health or mental health settings.
• Demonstrated expertise in doing Psycho social evaluations, psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Experience working with children and families in clinical or community environments; familiarity with pediatrics and special education is highly desirable.
• Prior involvement in hospital or healthcare facility settings with exposure to EMR systems for medical documentation and data collection.
• Knowledge of working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder; experience with working with people with disabilities is preferred.
• Familiarity with crisis management protocols and PTSD care strategies for diverse populations.
• Understanding of ICD coding systems (ICD-10/ICD-9) for diagnosis documentation; experience with CPT coding is advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining compliance with HIPAA standards for patient privacy. Join our team dedicated to improving lives through compassionate mental health services delivered by highly qualified professionals committed to excellence in patient care!

Qualifications

• Expertise in Social Work and Medical Social Work
• Strong background in Case Management & coordinating services
• Experience with Mental Health and Behavioral Health needs
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities and families
• Master’s degree in Social Work + current LCSW licensure
• Prior clinical or healthcare experience preferred
• Familiarity with OPWDD, IPSIDD, or Article 16 guidelines is a plus

Position Details

• Rate: $100 per hour
• Location: Queens, NY
• Schedule: Monday–Friday or Saturday | Between 9 AM – 6 PM
• Setting: Outpatient- Queens
• Mainly for psychosocial evaluations

If you're a compassionate professional seeking a meaningful and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and make a lasting impact!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LSCSW (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $80.00 - $100.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person