At NorthBay Health, the LCSW provides direct clinical social work service, counseling, and case management services to Addiction Medicine patients including psychosocial assessment, development of a plan of care, implementation and documentation of emotional, psychological, social, social, social, financial, environmental, environmental or follow-up referral needs Works collaboratively with Addiction Medicine interdisciplinary members and other colleagues within the NorthBay Health. Assesses patients and develops a psychosocial plan of care within established timeline. Responds to referrals in a timely manner. Monitors progress toward goals of plan of care. Facilitates integration with community-based resources to optimize patient health. Collaborates with community partners to optimize patient health. Documents assessment and interventions in patient’s medical record. Activities are consistent with System mission and values and in compliance with applicable regulations and System policies and procedures. Works under the direction of the Medical Director of Addiction Medicine.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES
- Collaborates closely with the addiction medicine physician and interdisciplinary clinic staff to support patient care.
- Assists with new patient intakes including psychosocial assessments and evaluation of substance use history.
- Provides trauma‑informed psychotherapy for co‑occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. EMDR training preferred.
- Utilizes DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria and ASAM Levels of Care to support treatment planning for substance use disorders and behavioral addictions.
- Provides short‑term or longer‑term therapy depending on clinical need and provider availability.
- May develop and facilitate psychoeducational groups, group therapy sessions, or group medical visits related to addiction recovery.
- Performs case management for patients with complex psychosocial needs including psychiatric illness, cognitivedisorders, housing instability, and chronic medical conditions.
- Coordinates care with community partners including detoxification programs, residential rehabilitation programs, outpatient treatment centers, psychiatric providers, and community mental health agencies.
- Assists with complex referrals and ensures successful transitions to higher levels of addiction treatment when indicated.
- Requests, obtains, and reviews outside medical records from substance use treatment programs, psychiatric facilities, and other healthcare organizations when clinically appropriate.
- Conducts patient outreach between scheduled appointments to support care coordination, answer questions, and facilitate follow‑up care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
Why NorthBay Health
NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.
We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.
We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.
NorthBay Health Benefits Options
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
Compensation Structure
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
Remote Work Disclosure
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.
Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies
NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.
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