LCSW Behavioral Health Clinician — Hospital Based

Sharp HealthCare; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp HealthCare in San Diego is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our behavioral health team, providing psychosocial assessments, therapy, and discharge planning for patients during their episode of care.

The role collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, deliver individual, group, and family therapy, and ensure safe, effective patient outcomes while adhering to regulatory and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• 1 year of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• California BBS Licensed Clinical Social Worker required.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals required.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and clinical interventions (individual, group, and family therapy).
• Coordinate patient care with interdisciplinary team and provide case management.
• Develop discharge plans and facilitate continuity of care referrals.
• Maintain thorough documentation per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Respond effectively to crises and support staff with education and collaboration.

Skills

Social work licensure (LCSW)

Experience in behavioral health

Education

Master's Degree Social Work

CA BBS LCSW certification

AHA BLS Certification

Job description

Sharp HealthCare in San Diego is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our behavioral health team, providing psychosocial assessments, therapy, and discharge planning for patients during their episode of care.

The role collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, deliver individual, group, and family therapy, and ensure safe, effective patient outcomes while adhering to regulatory and organizational standards.