LCSW Primary Care Lagrangeville NY

Nuvance Health Med Practice PC; Lagrangeville (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to deliver integrated behavioral health services within primary care for adolescents and adults. You will conduct assessments and brief interventions, coordinate care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient‑centered care.

The role emphasizes crisis management, evidence‑based modalities, thorough documentation, and ongoing professional development, with a $7,500 sign‑on bonus and a strong commitment to quality

Qualifications

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, MI, SBIRT, mindfulness, trauma‑informed care).
• Crisis intervention and suicide risk evaluation; care coordination in primary care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment and transition plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, MI, SBIRT, mindfulness, trauma‑informed care).
• Manage acute behavioral health concerns, including crisis intervention and suicide risk evaluation.
• Support behavioral health integration in primary care through collaboration, consultation, and care coordination.
• Facilitate referrals to higher levels of care and connect patients to community and hospital resources.
• Document all care accurately and timely while adhering to regulatory and compliance standards.
• Participate in quality initiatives, maintain professional knowledge, and model Northwell Health values.

Skills

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Clinical experience 3–5 years

Crisis intervention

Evidence-based modalities

Diagnostic assessment

Treatment planning

Collaboration with care teams

Education

MSW or equivalent

Licensed Social Worker license (LCSW)

Job description

Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Integrated Behavioral Health – Primary Care – $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS

The LCSW provides integrated behavioral health services within the primary care setting, delivering assessments, brief therapeutic interventions, and care coordination for adolescent and adult patients. This role supports improved psychosocial functioning, facilitates access to appropriate levels of care, and collaborates closely with providers and the multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive, patient centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and develop individualized treatment and transition plans.
• Provide evidence-based interventions (CBT, DBT, MI, SBIRT, mindfulness, trauma‑informed care).
• Manage acute behavioral health concerns, including crisis intervention and suicide risk evaluation.
• Support behavioral health integration in primary care through collaboration, consultation, and care coordination.
• Facilitate referrals to higher levels of care and connect patients to community and hospital resources.
• Document all care accurately and timely while adhering to regulatory and compliance standards.
• Participate in quality initiatives, maintain professional knowledge, and model Northwell Health values.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in CT or NY, depending on work location.
• Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience.
• Experience in medical social work, crisis intervention, behavioral health, or integrated care preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic skills, communication abilities, and proficiency with evidence-based modalities.
• Expertise in diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and crisis management.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use conditions, including cooccurring disorders.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with medical providers, care teams, and community partners.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker in designated state

Skills

• Expertise in diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and crisis management.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use conditions, including cooccurring disorders.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with medical providers, care teams, and community partners.

About Northwell Health

Northwell Health cares for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond. We have:

• 28 hospitals and 18,600+ aligned physicians
• Over 104,000 employees
• Robust research, academic, and clinical programs
• A culture that values collaboration, innovation, and physician leadership

Company: Nuvance Health Med Practice PC

Org Unit: 1952

Department: Integrated Behav Hlth West

Exempt: Yes

Salary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly