LCSW - Rural Hospital Social Work, Four 10-Hour Days

6 Degrees Search; La Grande (OR); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RVU bonus

Commencement bonus

CME allowance

Hospital employed

401k match

Paid malpractice

Job summary

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in rural Northeast Oregon to join a premier hospital’s behavioral health team. This permanent, full-time role offers four 10-hour days, a supportive environment, and a compensation package up to $88k annually.

The LCSW will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention, collaborate with medical staff, and support post-discharge planning in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, active LCSW license or eligible for immediate Oregon licensure.
• 1–2 years of clinical social work experience, preferably in hospital/clinic settings.
• Willingness to practice in a rural Northeast Oregon community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, mental health screenings, and diagnostic evaluations for patients and families.
• Provide crisis intervention, short-term counseling, and medical social work services.
• Partner with physicians, mid-level providers, and nursing staff to coordinate seamless care transitions.
• Educate patients and families on disease pathology, coping mechanisms, and healthcare decisions.
• Identify barriers to health, arrange post-discharge care (home health, rehab, equipment).
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the EHR for billing and continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss complex cases and improve outcomes.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

6 Degrees Search is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in rural Northeast Oregon to join a premier hospital’s behavioral health team. This permanent, full-time role offers four 10-hour days, a supportive environment, and a compensation package up to $88k annually.

The LCSW will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention, collaborate with medical staff, and support post-discharge planning in a hospital setting.