LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Naval Health Clinic

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Behavioral Health

Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Patuxent River
Patuxent River, Maryland

Overview

Naval Medical Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Patuxent River is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide comprehensive outpatient behavioral health services in a military treatment facility (MTF).

This role involves independent clinical practice, including psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, psychotherapy, and care coordination for patients and their families. The LCSW works collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support patient functioning, treatment compliance, and continuity of care.

Schedule & Work Hours

• Full-Time | On-Site

• Primary Site of Service: NMRTC Patuxent River

• Schedule: Monday–Friday

• Standard clinic hours: 7am-4pm

• No weekends

• No on-call requirement

Key Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and psychotherapy to individuals, groups, couples, and families within scope of licensure

• Implement evidence-based treatment modalities for patients experiencing psychiatric, medical, and social challenges

• Utilize medical and mental health diagnoses, treatment procedures, and clinical terminology in patient care

• Address acute, chronic, and traumatic illnesses or injuries, including knowledge of common medications and side effects

• Independently assess psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and family members

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to support patient care and treatment compliance

• Provide consultation to healthcare staff regarding psychosocial issues affecting patient health outcomes

Specialized Experience Requirement

• Minimum one (1) year of experience within the past four (4) years in the evaluation and treatment of patients experiencing:

  • Chronic pain

  • Psychological factors affecting physical conditions

  • Difficulty coping with medical problems

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

• Graduate of a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

Licensure

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted Independent Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LISW, LICSW) license in any state

Additional Requirements

• Ability to practice independently within the bounds of licensure

• Ability to work with diverse populations across socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds

• Strong collaboration, documentation, and communication skills

• Participation in required professional and quality assurance activities

Why Join NMRTC Patuxent River?

This position offers the opportunity to practice independently in a structured military healthcare environment, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support patients managing complex medical and psychosocial needs.

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