Licensed Master Social Worker LMSW
Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital · Albuquerque, NM · 3 wk ago
OTHR$69k/yrFull-time
Newly hired full-time LMSWs are eligible for a $6,000 sign-on bonus. To qualify, start date must be on or before July 31, 2026.
About the role
The Licensed Social Worker (LMSW) oversees the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the Social Services Department within the facility in accordance with current Federal, State, and local standards. Works directly with discharge planners, family, or responsible parties to initiate facility tours and follow-up procedures.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct social service programs of the facility.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for identifying the medically-related social and emotional needs of patients/residents.
- Assist in providing solutions to social and practical environmental problems, including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning (including collaboration with community agencies), and providing referrals to other community agencies when specialized assistance is required.
Requirements
- Current Social Work license in good standing with the state (Master’s Degree required).
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a human services field in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
Ideal candidate
- Skilled communicator, director, and motivator.
Pay
USD $68,600.00 – USD $77,000.00 per year. The wage range for this role accounts for factors such as skill sets, experience, education, training, licensure, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance (for full-time team members).
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs.
- PerkSpot – Local deals and weekly perks program.
- 401(k).
- Paid Time Off Plan.
- New Pet Insurance Discount.
- DailyPay option – Access your pay when you need it.
- Purchasing Power – Online purchase/payroll deduction.
- Tickets at Work – Entertainment ticket discounts.
- Employee Assistance Plan – Services to help with everyday life challenges (available for all employees and their families).
- Helping Friends Foundation – Employee hardship/crisis fund.
- Auto and Home Insurance – Employee discount with payroll deduction.
- In-facility education programs and more.