LCSW - Outpatient - Per Diem

About the role

Join an innovative, patient-focused culture dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for the patients and communities we serve. As a Licensed Social Worker, you will be an active member of the psychiatry treatment team, addressing the complex bio-psychosocial needs of patients through comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, advocacy, and resource linkage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments of patients.
• Develop treatment plans addressing issues identified in assessments.
• Provide resource linkage and advocacy with appropriately identified resources.
• Participate in departmental objectives, assignments, rounds, and team meetings.
• Provide psychotherapy on an outpatient basis to individuals, couples, families, and/or groups in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health guidelines.
• Complete comprehensive assessments, diagnostic formulations, and preliminary treatment plans within regulated time frames (OMH/CMS).
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions and document all patient contacts per NYS Office of Mental Health requirements.
• Perform acute/crisis evaluations and coordinate psychiatric hospitalization as needed.
• Provide psychoeducation to patients and families.
• Function as a member of the outpatient clinical Treatment Team and facilitate referrals for medication evaluations, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and community support services.
• Communicate with patients and other treating providers to coordinate treatment plan goals and objectives.
• Participate in case conference treatment team meetings.
• Treat patients, colleagues, and staff with cooperation, compassion, and respect.
• Conduct yourself in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in the field.
• Participate in the Utilization Review Process and collaborate with outside agencies, such as CPS/DSS.
• Perform other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.
• Provide clinical supervision to LMSW/LCSW in accordance with NYS Board of Education – Office of the Professions.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, required.
• Minimum 2 years post Master's Degree experience, preferred.
• Preference for prior related experience.
• Current NYS Licensure as an LCSW within 3 months of hire, required.

Skills

• Adaptability
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Computer Skills
• Counseling
• Interacting with People
• Maintain Files
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Time Management

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Primarily involves sitting, with occasional walking or standing.
• Occasional fit testing required.
• Frequent standing, walking.
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking.

Hazards

• Occasional exposure to bodily fluids/bloodborne pathogens.

Working Conditions

• Occasional noise, odors.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

Bassett Healthcare Network offers a comprehensive benefits package designed with employees in mind, including:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits with an employer match.
• Additional benefits may vary by location and/or position.

Pay

Salary is based on qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Pay Range: $73,483.56 – $110,225.34 per year.