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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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What they do
A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
$65,702 / year median in Kentucky
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Provides Clinical Social Work Services in accordance with acceptable Social Work Standards and hospital policies. Provides consultation and direction of Social Services to patients admitted to the Psychiatric Unit, their significant others and patients in the Partial and Intensive Outpatient Programs. Develops, organizes and implements programs, policies and procedures; conducts case work services and counseling; recommends functions necessary to ensure overall operational viability. Minimum Qualifications Previous healthcare experience preferred. Masters Degree in Social Work required. CSW with agreement to enter contract for LCSW supervision or LCSW required.