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.
Licensed Social Worker/Therapist Journey 4 self Akron, OH Job Details Contract $45 - $65 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Client assessment in therapy Achieving HIPAA compliance HIPAA Diagnostic evaluation Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds Clinical confidentiality policies Full Job Description Header Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Licensed Social Worker/Therapist and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals across diverse settings. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health and behavioral care, utilizing evidence-based practices to support clients with a wide range of needs, including developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, trauma, and chronic health conditions. Your expertise will help foster resilience, promote recovery, and enhance overall well-being through compassionate, client-centered interventions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence in patient care and community support. Responsibilities Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations to determine client needs and develop personalized treatment plans. Deliver individual, group, and family therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and motivational interviewing. Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies to ensure client safety and stability during acute episodes. Manage case documentation in electronic medical records (EMR/EHR systems), ensuring compliance with clinical documentation standards and confidentiality policies such as HIPAA. Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including medical professionals, educators, and community agencies to support holistic client well-being. Collect data for clinical research projects related to mental health interventions, behavioral health outcomes, or service efficacy. Engage in ongoing professional development by staying current with clinical research, best practices in mental health counseling, and relevant medical terminology. Qualifications Valid licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), or equivalent credential. Proven experience working with children, adolescents, adults, or geriatrics in clinical or community settings. Strong knowledge of psychotherapy modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, addiction counseling, trauma-informed care including PTSD management, and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for documentation and data collection; experience with CPT coding, ICD-9/10 coding is preferred. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and those with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Excellent crisis management skills combined with the ability to perform mental health assessments and psychiatric patient care confidently. Knowledge of medical terminology relevant to behavioral health and experience working within hospital or medical social work environments is advantageous. Commitment to maintaining clinical confidentiality policies while delivering compassionate patient care aligned with clinical standards. Join us in transforming lives through dedicated mental health services! We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your skills can thrive while making a positive impact on the communities we serve.