LCSW Primary Care Lagrangeville NY

Nuvance; Lagrangeville (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuvance Health Med Practice PC in New York seeks an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide integrated behavioral health services within primary care, serving adolescents and adults.

You will conduct assessments, deliver evidence-based therapies, coordinate care, and support crisis intervention while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and community resources.

Qualifications

• Active LCSW license in NY or CT required.
• 3–5 years clinical experience in medical social work or integrated care.
• Experience with crisis intervention and evidence-based modalities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments and create treatment plans.
• Deliver CBT, DBT, MI, SBIRT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care.
• Handle crisis situations and assess suicide risk.
• Support integration of behavioral health in primary care.
• Coordinate referrals and connect to community resources.
• Document care accurately and comply with standards.

Skills

3-5 years experience

Crisis intervention

Collaboration with medical teams

Documentation skills

Education

LCSW license

Job description

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

Position Summary

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.

* 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

• 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