ACSW/LCSW (ASSOCIATE/LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER)

Description

ACSW/LCSW JOB SUMMARY

Provides evidence based screening and psychosocial assessment and brief intervention treatment as part of the clinic health care team. Provides clinical services, mental health prevention and case management for patients and families within a framework of patient centered care, integrating medical diagnosis, social determinants of health and emotional, mental, and substance use disorders.

ACSW (ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurate assessment of mental health issues of patients referred by Clinic PCPs.
• Direct clinical work with diverse patient population of all ages
• Screen patients using evidence based screening tools and develop a person centered treatment plan with the patient.
• Assess patient motivation to engage in substance use and/or mental health treatment and engage or refer accordingly
• Provide short term clinical intervention designed to support patient’s ability to meet his/her goals
• Provide mental health prevention services for patients who are identified as at risk for mental illness and emotional distress
• Provide case management services, as needed
• Document all assessments, interventions and treatment plans appropriately and according to departmental, clinic and payer guidelines.
• Contribute to a team approach promoting and supporting integration between Primary Care and Behavioral Health. Participate in multi-disciplinary health care teams, representing clinical social work perspective.
• Develop and maintain individual records of patient progress and participation in treatment
• Maintain working knowledge and relationship with community resources and work with a network of community based providers.
• Participate in regular supervisory conferences; keep current with social work and health care developments and seek to enhance job related developments.
• If eligible, may be asked to supervise social work graduate interns
• Perform other duties assigned by CCHC Director of Social Work and Behavioral Health Services

LCSW (LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (IN ADDITION TO ABOVE)

• Supervises MSW interns as part of a team and oversees these interns who provide mental health prevention services for patients  who are identified as at risk for mental illness and emotional distress;  supervises interns providing case management services, as needed
• Intake and screening of new  patients
• Opportunity to provide trainings and facilitate groups

Requirements

ACSW (ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university; two years post master’s preferred
• Registered with BBS and working towards licensure
• Bilingual English/Spanish required

LCSW EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• LCSW with relevant health care experience preferred
• Two or more years of social work experience in a health care setting.

ACSW (ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) PAY RATE: $70K-$75K annually

LCSW (LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) PARY RATE:  $79K – 83K annually  

ACSW/LCSW BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision – 100% paid by Employer
• Life Insurance and Accidental Dismemberment – 100% paid by Employer
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Malpractice coverage
• CME allowance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Fringe Points
• Supplemental Insurance
• Participate in Loan Repayment Program

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records. In accordance with the ULAC Fair Chance Ordinance, we will not inquire about or consider criminal history until after a candidate has received a copy of their background check report. All applicants will be evaluated based on their qualifications and ability to perform the essential functions of the job. For more information, please refer to LA Country Fair Chance Hiring.