Social Worker LCSW

, permanent position

Position: Social Worker LCSW (Night Shift Only)Full-time

Company: Direct Recruit Agency

Contract Details: Contact, permanent position

Location: [Insert location]

About the Company:

Direct Recruit Agency is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in placing highly qualified professionals in various industries. Our mission is to connect top talent with top companies, and we are committed to providing exceptional service to both our clients and candidates. We believe in creating a positive and inclusive work environment where our employees can thrive and make a difference in the lives of others.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker LCSW to join our team. As a Social Worker LCSW, you will work with individuals, families, and communities to improve their overall well-being and quality of life. You will provide support, guidance, and resources to those in need, and advocate for their rights and needs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans for clients based on their specific needs and circumstances

- Provide individual and group therapy to clients using evidence-based practices

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and community resources to coordinate care for clients

- Advocate for clients' rights and needs within the healthcare system and in the community

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress and treatment plans

- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client care and treatment plans

- Provide crisis intervention and support to clients in emergency situations

- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in social work and mental health

- Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities

- Comply with all legal and ethical standards in the field of social work

Qualifications:

- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution

- Current LCSW license in [insert state]

- Minimum of 1 year of experience in social work, preferably in a healthcare or mental health setting

- Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices and treatment modalities

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

- Compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to working with clients

- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

-The individual in this position performs psychosocial assessments and develops a plan to meet the needs of patients with
complex social issues/problems, and arrange post-discharge services for patients as needed.

-This individual responsibility will include, but not be limited to the following activities: a) assist with adoptions, abuse, and neglect cases, including making referrals to state and federal agencies b) participate in the weekly Complex Case Review meeting and the daily patient care conferences c) provide resources and make referrals to community agencies for ongoing counseling and or continued care d) maintain an updated list of providers for post-discharge care e) collaborative communication with post-discharge providers f). 

-Update Case Managers on variance to post-discharge plans g) monitor and provide reports to the DCM and hospital leadership as requested h) maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and community resources i) and other duties as assigned. 

-Under the general direction of the Social Work Manager/LCSW, delivers age-appropriate social work care to patients and their caregivers, by hospital policies and procedures, and state and federal regulations. 

-The Social Worker II serves as an integral member of the healthcare team providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information, and referral to community resources, and other social work services to meet the complex needs of patients and families in the hospital and clinic settings. 

-MSW will seek out supervision as needed with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. 

-Will use Patient Medical Records and HPF as primary information systems.

Why Work for Us:

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Opportunity for career growth and advancement

- Supportive and inclusive work environment

- Meaningful and fulfilling work helping individuals and families in need

- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker LCSW looking for a fulfilling career opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team at Direct Recruit Agency and make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.