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SOCIAL WORKER
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What they do
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.
$59,583 / year median in Florida
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Headway, a leader in mental health innovation, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our growing team. At Headway, we strive to make mental health services more accessible and affordable through seamless connections with mental health professionals and streamlined insurance processing. As an LCSW at Headway, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality psychological care, supporting individuals in overcoming challenges to lead fulfilling lives. Responsibilities Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to diagnose mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge. Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and other health professionals to discuss treatment plans and progress. Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions to help clients develop new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. Maintain thorough and accurate records of clients' treatment plans and progress. Apply evidence-based therapeutic interventions while maintaining clients' confidentiality and adherence to professional ethics. Participate in ongoing professional education to stay current with best practices in mental health care. Required Skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially. Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic practices and interventions. Experience with electronic health records systems.