Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our dynamic Christian based behavioral health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services, including psychotherapy, crisis intervention, initial patient intakes, and case management, to diverse populations across various settings. Your expertise will help individuals and families navigate complex emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges, fostering resilience and promoting overall well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact through patient-centered care while utilizing your clinical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. Duties Conduct thorough patient assessments, including diagnostic evaluations using ICD-10 and ICD-9 coding systems, to develop personalized treatment plans. Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and crisis intervention techniques. Deliver specialized counseling services for children, adolescents, geriatrics, and individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Engage in intake procedures to gather comprehensive patient histories while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining accurate medical documentation within electronic medical record (EMR) systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including psychiatrists, medical professionals, educators, and case managers—to coordinate holistic care plans. Manage cases involving PTSD care, addiction counseling, Alzheimer's care, and working with people with disabilities or autism to support their unique needs. Facilitate social work interventions such as resource linkage, case management, community outreach, and home visits when appropriate. Utilize diagnostic tools aligned with ICD coding standards (ICD-10/ICD-9) for accurate clinical documentation and billing purposes using CPT coding where applicable. Implement crisis management strategies to de-escalate urgent situations effectively while ensuring patient safety. Collect data for clinical research initiatives aimed at improving mental health interventions and outcomes. Maintain detailed records of patient progress in compliance with medical records regulations and HIPAA standards. Participate in ongoing professional development related to psychopharmacology, working with people with PTSD or autism, special education practices, or geriatrics as needed. Skills Proven expertise in psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, behavioral therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Strong knowledge of motivational interviewing techniques to foster patient engagement and motivation for change. Extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), PTSD, addiction issues, geriatrics, and those requiring Alzheimer's or dementia care. Proficiency in using EMR systems for documentation, data collection, and clinical research activities. Familiarity with medical terminology related to mental health conditions and treatments; understanding of ICD coding systems (ICD-10/ICD-9) for diagnosis classification. Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments including diagnostic evaluation and intake procedures. Skilled in crisis intervention strategies to manage acute mental health crises effectively. Experience working within hospital settings or home & community care environments is highly desirable. Knowledge of CPT coding practices for billing purposes; understanding of HIPAA regulations for safeguarding patient information. Excellent communication skills tailored to diverse populations; ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Commitment to ethical practice standards in social work and mental health counseling; sensitivity when working with individuals with disabilities or special needs. Join us as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker where your expertise will empower individuals on their journey toward mental wellness! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities while providing a rewarding environment dedicated to compassionate patient care across all ages and backgrounds.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$41.10 - $49.49 per hour

Work Location:

In person