LCSW – Behavioral Health & Substance Use Specialist

Keys of Life LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Keys of Life in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced LCSW to join our behavioral health and substance use treatment team. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.

The ideal candidate holds a VA LCSW, has a Master’s in Social Work, and brings experience with ASAM criteria and outpatient or day-treatment services.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted LCSW license in Virginia.
• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Experience with substance use and mental health disorders preferred.
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria strongly preferred.
• Experience with Intensive Outpatient or Partial Hospitalization programs preferred.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and psychosocial evaluations.
• Develop, review, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling as appropriate.
• Facilitate evidence-based substance use and mental health treatment groups.
• Provide clinical oversight and support to assigned clinical staff when applicable.
• Complete progress notes, assessments, discharge summaries, treatment plans, and other required clinical documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and case consultations.
• Coordinate care with community providers, medical professionals, probation/parole officers, social services, and other referral sources as appropriate.
• Assess clients for safety concerns, crisis needs, and appropriate levels of care.
• Support compliance with DBHDS, Medicaid, payer, and organizational documentation requirements.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards in accordance with Virginia licensing requirements and Keys of Life policies.
• Assist clinical leadership with quality assurance, utilization review, and preparation for audits or regulatory reviews.
• Perform other clinical duties necessary to support the successful operation of the program.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Keys of Life in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced LCSW to join our behavioral health and substance use treatment team. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, group, and family counseling in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.

The ideal candidate holds a VA LCSW, has a Master’s in Social Work, and brings experience with ASAM criteria and outpatient or day-treatment services.