Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive social work services to patients across various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, hospice, and community care. Your expertise will help patients and their families navigate complex emotional, social, and medical challenges, ensuring they receive personalized support that promotes well-being and recovery. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs, from pediatric to geriatric populations.

Duties

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify social, emotional, and environmental needs using clinical counseling and diagnostic evaluation techniques.
• Develop tailored care plans incorporating behavioral health strategies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and group therapy sessions.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate case management, discharge planning, and post-acute care transitions.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling focused on mental health issues including PTSD, dementia care, Alzheimer's care, autism spectrum disorders, and disabilities.
• Document all patient interactions accurately in electronic medical records (EMR systems), ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
• Assist with crisis intervention efforts and manage urgent situations through crisis management protocols.
• Support patients in navigating healthcare systems by explaining medical terminology, assisting with intake procedures, and collecting relevant data for clinical research or hospital records.
• Engage in community outreach initiatives to promote mental health awareness and social work services within diverse populations including seniors in assisted living or nursing homes.

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with state-specific credentials required for practice.
• Proven experience working in hospital settings or inpatient units preferred; experience in hospice care or senior care is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and familiarity with EMR systems for efficient documentation.
• Expertise in child & family counseling, behavioral therapy techniques such as applied behavior analysis (ABA), and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorders.
• Excellent skills in patient assessment, crisis intervention, case management, and clinical counseling methods including psychotherapy and motivational interviewing.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations involving mental health conditions like PTSD or dementia with compassion and professionalism.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of medical records while collecting data for research or clinical purposes.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with healthcare teams and engaging effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds across outpatient or inpatient environments. Join our team to be part of a vibrant organization committed to delivering exceptional social work services that transform lives! We value energetic professionals who are eager to support individuals through their healing journey while advancing their careers within a supportive environment focused on growth and impact.

Pay: $32.26 - $38.85 per hour

Work Location: In person