A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$70,536 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
Overview Join our dynamic mental health and social services team as a Licensed Social Worker/Therapist, where your expertise will directly impact individuals and families navigating complex emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health interventions across diverse settings, including clinical offices, community outreach programs, and home environments. Your work will foster resilience, promote recovery, and support holistic well-being for clients of all ages. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your clinical skills in a collaborative environment dedicated to making a meaningful difference. Duties Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing clinical terminology and adhering to HIPAA confidentiality standards. Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions employing evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Implement crisis intervention strategies to ensure immediate safety and stabilize clients experiencing acute mental health or behavioral crises. Develop personalized treatment plans aligned with client goals, medical records, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and clinical documentation standards. Coordinate case management activities including intake procedures, patient care planning, and community resource linkage for clients with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR/EHR systems), ensuring compliance with medical documentation policies and clinical confidentiality policies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support psychiatric patient care, medication management (psychopharmacology), and specialized services such as Alzheimer's care or geriatrics. Collect data for clinical research initiatives related to behavioral health, PTSD care, addiction counseling, or pediatric mental health interventions. Requirements Valid licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent in the relevant jurisdiction. Proven experience working with children and adolescents in clinical or community settings; familiarity with special education is a plus. Strong knowledge of mental health assessments, diagnostic evaluation tools (ICD coding), and evidence-based behavioral health practices. Experience working with individuals with disabilities, developmental disorders (including autism), or substance use disorders is highly preferred. Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems along with understanding of medical terminology and documentation standards. Ability to perform crisis management effectively while demonstrating cultural competence when working with diverse populations. Excellent communication skills for client engagement, team collaboration, and documentation accuracy. Join us in delivering compassionate mental health care that transforms lives! This paid role offers the chance to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on individuals' well-being across various communities.
