LCSW Social Worker

AMN Healthcare; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Earned time off and paid holidays

401(K) retirement planning

Short-term disability, life insurance

Job summary

AMN Healthcare is seeking a LCSW Social Worker in California to facilitate psychotherapy and psychosocial groups. Responsibilities include documenting in Meditech, conducting assessments, and updating treatment plans while collaborating with the treatment team. This 13-week assignment runs 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a start ASAP.

Preferred candidates hold CA LCSW/LPCC/LMFT licensure, CBT/DBT knowledge, and prior experience running groups. Benefits and hospital exposure are part of the opportunity.

Qualifications

• CA LCSW / LPCC / LMFT license options are required for independent practice.
• MSW or equivalent degree completed with readiness for licensure.
• Experience in acute hospital settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate psychotherapy and psych skills groups.
• Document groups in Meditech and manage psychosocial assessments.
• Prepare and update treatment plans and participate in the treatment team.
• Support discharge planning and conduct safety assessments as needed.

Skills

CBT

DBT

Group Facilitation

Education

MSW / Equivalent

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

LCSW Social Worker

StartDate: 10/12/2026 Pay Rate: $1600.00 - $2500.00

POSITION SUMMARY – LCSW Social Worker

POSITION DUTIES – Facilitate psychotherapy and psych skills groups, Document groups in Meditech, Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Plan updates, Treatment team participation, Discharge planning, Safety assessments as needed

Minimum Required Qualifications –

• CA LCSW / LPCC / LMFT
• BLS
• Graduation date from Master’s program: Must be 2 years out to meet the minimum required time for an independent license
• 2 years LCSW / LPCC / LMFT experience in an acute hospital setting
• Acute hospital experience in specialty during the past year with no more than a 90-day break

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of CBT and DBT skills; Experience running psychotherapy groups or skills groups

LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT

13 weeks

SHIFT / HOURS PER WEEK

8:00AM-5:00PM

SYSTEMS

Meditech

START DATE

ASAP

Job Benefits

Becoming an AMN Healthcare professional gives you the incredible opportunity to gain critical career experience, work with new people, and earn a highly competitive salary—but the perks don't stop there. There are many additional benefits to enjoy, including:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Earned time off and paid holidays
• Paid continuing education time
• 401(K) retirement planning
• Short-term disability, life insurance, paid jury duty
• Access to the largest network of facilities and providers in the country
• Industry experienced workforce management team
• Licensure and certification reimbursement

About The Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.