Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Steele Memorial Medical Center; Salmon (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Paid time off

457 retirement plan

Job summary

Steele Memorial Medical Center in Salmon, Idaho seeks a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s in Social Work to provide behavioral health services in a rural clinic setting. The role emphasizes crisis intervention, family and group therapies, and coordination with community resources within a close-knit team.

The position requires 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience and an Idaho license, with a strong commitment to patient privacy and ethical care.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Social Work.
• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in Idaho.
• 3,000 hours post-graduate supervised clinical services.
• 3,000 hours supervised clinical experience with individuals, families, couples and groups.
• Ability to work 8+ hours, handle stress and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and provide treatment for patients using the DSM-5 for mental health needs.
• Demonstrate proficient skill in evidence-based practices with adults, children and families.
• Assist patients and families to utilize community resources.
• Maintain client privacy and confidentiality; document services timely.
• Refer patients to other services as needed for assessment and progress.
• Collaborate with Steele Memorial Medical Center colleagues to improve behavioral health services.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Located in the heart of Idaho’s picturesque countryside, Steele Memorial Rural Health Clinic, is a small, community centered rural hospital dedicated to providing compassionate and high-quality care to our patients. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive collaborative work environment that values every team member. If you’re seeking a fulfilling career where you can make a real impact in a tight-knit community, we’d love to have you join our team!

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Salmon, Idaho Experience

Provides therapy for individuals experiencing mental health disorders consistent with diagnoses listed in the most current DSM. Services may be provided in the context of individual, couples, group or family interactions based on the assessment of patient needs. Generally, services are by appointment, but emergency triaging and disposition is provided as necessary. The therapist adheres to the highest standard of ethical behavior and patient confidentiality. During the course of treatment planning and coordination, the therapist may interact with one or more community agencies, law enforcement organization, and other health care professionals. Maintenance of patient records including timely and accurate documentation of all services rendered is required.

Duties

• Enforces the integrity of patient rights and provides all services within the parameters of patients' rights, federal, state or local
• Assess, diagnose, and provide treatment for patients using the DSM-5 for mental health needs
• Demonstrate proficient skill in evidence-based practices and theories to work with adults, children and their families
• Assists patients and families to fully utilize community resources
• Refers patients to other services as needed for patient assessment and progress
• Shares expertise and information with colleagues throughout Steele Memorial Medical Center
• Submits recommendations that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of behavioral health services
• May utilize group therapy formats as applicable
• Maintains client privacy and confidentiality. Does not share client information without a written informed consent from the client, guardian, or parent
• Immediately reports violations of ethical behavior to his/her supervisor
• Maintains knowledge of current accepted practices and research-based recommendations for different treatment interventions
• Completes all documentation in a timely manner

Requirements

Education Required

• Masters degree in Social Work
• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in the state of Idaho

Related Years of Experience Required

• Completion of 3,000 hours post graduate degree in supervised clinical services and certified/licensed in the state of Idaho required
• Completion of 3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience in direct psychotherapeutic services to individual, families, couples and groups
• Capable of working 8 plus consecutive hours, demonstrate ability to function under stress and rapidly changing conditions. Demonstrates the ability to perform triaging and crisis intervention

Credential/Licensed Required

• Clinical Social Work License
• Driver's License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Steele Memorial Medical Center offers health care professionals and people from all walks of life an opportunity to find fulfillment in their jobs as part of a close-knit team. We pride ourselves on our culture that promotes professional growth that allows our employees to maintain a health work-life balance through flexible employee work scheduling, or complimentary Wellness program and our generous Paid time Off policy.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life & disability coverage and 457 retirement

Health insurance benefits include access to certain services at our facility free of charge

Wellness program with potential health deduction savings of up to $1100 annually

Student loan repayment options for eligible candidates

Experience the beauty of rural Idaho, with outdoor activities like white water rafting, year-round fishing in the infamous Salmon River, hiking, and skiing right outside your door!