Emergency Dept LCSW — Crisis & Discharge Specialist

Vanderbilt Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health’s Emergency Department seeks a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) to provide advanced psychosocial assessment and targeted intervention for patients and families in crisis. The role supports discharge planning, care coordination, and collaboration with the treatment team to improve patient outcomes.

This full-time position in Nashville, TN operates from 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM, offering opportunities for professional growth within a respected academic health system committed to

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Tennessee.
• Master's degree in social work or related field.
• Minimum two years of relevant social work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced psychosocial assessment and brief targeted intervention for patients and families.
• Develops discharge and disposition plans in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Supports education and case consultation with patients, families, and staff.
• Leads and participates in system improvement initiatives as needed.

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Vanderbilt Health’s Emergency Department seeks a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) to provide advanced psychosocial assessment and targeted intervention for patients and families in crisis. The role supports discharge planning, care coordination, and collaboration with the treatment team to improve patient outcomes.

This full-time position in Nashville, TN operates from 1:00 PM to 1:00 AM, offering opportunities for professional growth within a respected academic health system committed to