ACSW/LCSW (ASSOCIATE/LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER)

Comprehensive Community Health Centers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate social workers to join their dynamic team in Los Angeles. This role involves providing essential mental health services, conducting thorough assessments, and developing personalized treatment plans for a diverse patient population. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate care and support patients in achieving their health goals. The organization values a patient-centered approach and offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a real difference. If you are dedicated to improving mental health and well-being within the community, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision – 100% paid by Employer

Life Insurance and Accidental Dismemberment – 100% paid by Employer

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Malpractice coverage

CME allowance

Flexible Spending Account

Fringe Points

Participate in Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work required; bilingual English/Spanish is a must.
• Experience in mental health prevention and case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services and case management for patients and families.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans with patients.

Skills

Psychosocial Assessment

Mental Health Prevention

Case Management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Patient-Centered Care

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Registered with BBS

LCSW with relevant health care experience

Job description

Description

POSITION LOCATED IN SUNLAND, LOS ANGELES

ACSW/LCSW JOB SUMMARY

Provides evidence based screening and psychosocial assessment and brief intervention treatment as part of the clinic health care team. Provides clinical services, mental health prevention and case management for patients and families within a framework of patient centered care, integrating medical diagnosis, social determinants of health and emotional, mental, and substance use disorders.

ACSW (ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurate assessment of mental health issues of patients referred by Clinic PCPs.
• Direct clinical work with diverse patient population of all ages.
• Screen patients using evidence based screening tools and develop a person centered treatment plan with the patient.
• Assess patient motivation to engage in substance use and/or mental health treatment and engage or refer accordingly.
• Provide short term clinical intervention designed to support patient’s ability to meet his/her goals.
• Provide mental health prevention services for patients who are identified as at risk for mental illness and emotional distress.
• Provide case management services, as needed.
• Document all assessments, interventions and treatment plans appropriately and according to departmental, clinic and payer guidelines.
• Contribute to a team approach promoting and supporting integration between Primary Care and Behavioral Health. Participate in multi-disciplinary health care teams, representing clinical social work perspective.
• Develop and maintain individual records of patient progress and participation in treatment.
• Maintain working knowledge and relationship with community resources and work with a network of community based providers.
• Participate in regular supervisory conferences; keep current with social work and health care developments and seek to enhance job related developments.
• If eligible, may be asked to supervise social work graduate interns.
• Perform other duties assigned by CCHC Director of Social Work and Behavioral Health Services.

LCSW (LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (IN ADDITION TO ABOVE)

• Supervises MSW interns as part of a team and oversees these interns who provide mental health prevention services for patients who are identified as at risk for mental illness and emotional distress; supervises interns providing case management services, as needed.
• Intake and screening of new patients.
• Opportunity to provide trainings and facilitate groups.

Requirements

ACSW (ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university; two years post master’s preferred.
• Registered with BBS and working towards licensure.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

LCSW EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• LCSW with relevant health care experience preferred.
• Two or more years of social work experience in a health care setting.

ACSW (ASSOCIATE CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) PAY RATE: $70K-$75K annually.

LCSW (LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER) PAY RATE: $79K – 83K annually.

ACSW/LCSW BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision – 100% paid by Employer.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Dismemberment – 100% paid by Employer.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Malpractice coverage.
• CME allowance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Fringe Points.
• Supplemental Insurance.
• Participate in Loan Repayment Program.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records. In accordance with the ULAC Fair Chance Ordinance, we will not inquire about or consider criminal history until after a candidate has received a copy of their background check report. All applicants will be evaluated based on their qualifications and ability to perform the essential functions of the job.