Clinical Social Worker - Remote

Acentra Health; Maine; On-site; USD 67,300 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Corporate wellness

Educational assistance

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Acentra Health is seeking a Clinical Social Worker to strengthen community health in Maine. This full-time, remote position involves conducting Medicaid eligibility assessments and applying clinical judgment to support individuals in home and community settings. Required qualifications include an active LCSW or LCPC license, a Master’s Degree, and experience in mental healthcare and assessments. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and paid time off. Salary ranges from $67,300 to $80,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Active LCSW or LCPC license for Maine.
• Minimum 2 years in behavioral/mental healthcare.
• Minimum 1 year of assessment experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments with youth and guardians.
• Determine eligibility for Medicaid-funded services.
• Maintain privacy and dignity of individuals during assessments.
• Conduct assessments within established timeframes.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Medical record abstracting

Microsoft Office Suite

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact. Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem‑solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Job Summary

Join Acentra Health as a Clinical Social Worker and play a vital role in strengthening the health and independence of the communities we serve. In this impactful position, you will conduct comprehensive, needs‑based eligibility assessments for individuals applying for Medicaid‑funded personal care services delivered in private homes, adult care settings, or supervised living environments. As a trusted clinical professional, you will evaluate level‑of‑care (LOC) criteria to support informed, person‑centered determinations that enable individuals to remain in or safely transition back to home and community‑based settings. Your clinical judgment and compassionate approach will directly enhance quality of life and promote independence for priority populations. This full‑time, remote position supporting the state of Maine offers the opportunity to create meaningful impact within a collaborative, mission‑focused organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment with youth, guardian and treatment team members.
• Conduct assessment to determine whether the beneficiary meets the conditions and criteria using state‑approved standardized assessment tool(s) for specific services.
• Ensure services are provided on a “needs basis” in quantities appropriate to the Beneficiary's unmet need for services based on the severity of their condition, functioning, physical, or cognitive impairment.
• Ensure the privacy and dignity of individuals receiving assessment is maintained at the highest standards.
• Ensure that new, expedited, annual, and change of status assessments are conducted within established timeframes.
• Include an interview with family members and informal caregivers.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and conduct case consultations/peer reviews/internal auditing as assigned.
• Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Active and unrestricted Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) license for the state of Maine.
• Graduate from an accredited Master’s Degree Program.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in behavioral/mental healthcare.
• Minimum of one year of assessment experience.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Medical record abstracting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the organization of medical records and medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility and strong organizational skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Compensation

Pay range: USD $67,300.00 – USD $80,000.00 per year.

EEO Statement

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.