Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker / Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients as needed.
• Deliver behavioral health services to children in a school-based setting.
• Care for and ensure effective communication among clinical team members, patients, families, and referral partners.
• Participate in quality improvement and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assess psychosocial factors and provide relevant information to physicians and healthcare team members to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Provide education and support to patients and families regarding psychiatric treatment, care plans, and ongoing services.
• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources.
• Aid patients in understanding, accepting, and following medical recommendations.
• Provide consultation, education, and training to staff regarding mental health and substance use concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation of progress, treatment plans, and service delivery in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in clinical meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Prepare psychosocial assessments and reports as part of individualized treatment plans.
• Provide developmentally appropriate care based on patient age, needs, and stage of development.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC).
• Minimum of three years of professional clinical experience preferred.
• Current state license or eligibility for licensure.
• Valid driver's license required.

Work Environment

• This position works in a professional clinical environment and requires frequent interaction with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• The role involves managing multiple responsibilities while utilizing standard office technology and electronic documentation systems.

Physical Requirements

• The employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Duties may include sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, keyboarding, and occasional lifting or movement of supplies or equipment.

Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with computer systems and electronic medical records.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a clinical team.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.