Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) to join our dynamic mental health and behavioral care team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health assessments, evidence-based therapy, and case management services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Your expertise will support individuals with developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, PTSD, autism spectrum disorder, and other behavioral health challenges. This position offers an engaging opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through clinical interventions, crisis management, and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team. All roles are compensated positions committed to fostering growth and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough mental health and behavioral assessments utilizing diagnostic tools such as ICD-10 and ICD-9 coding systems to inform treatment planning.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions employing evidence-based practices including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, applied behavior analysis (ABA), and motivational interviewing.
- Develop personalized care plans that incorporate trauma-informed approaches like PTSD care and crisis intervention strategies.
- Collaborate with medical teams to coordinate patient care, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical documentation standards across electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
- Engage in case management activities including intake assessments, treatment planning, progress monitoring, and discharge planning for patients with complex needs such as autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities.
- Facilitate community outreach initiatives and home visits to support clients in their natural environments, emphasizing culturally competent care from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation adhering to clinical confidentiality policies while supporting research efforts related to behavioral health outcomes.
Experience
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution; licensure as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) required.
- Proven experience working with children, adolescents, or adults in mental health or behavioral health settings; hospital or clinical research experience preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in psychotherapy modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, addiction counseling, or applied behavior analysis (ABA).
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems, CPT coding procedures, ICD coding standards (ICD-10/ICD-9), and medical terminology essential for accurate documentation.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder is highly desirable.
- Strong crisis management skills with the ability to handle psychiatric emergencies compassionately and efficiently.
- Knowledge of mental health assessments, psychiatric patient care protocols, and behavioral interventions tailored for diverse cultural backgrounds.
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
