Licensed Clinical Social Worker

BrightSpring Health Services; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Ability to work from home

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services in Springfield, Illinois is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. This position involves conducting assessments, coordinating care, and managing behavioral intervention plans for individuals with behavioral challenges. Candidates should have at least two years of relevant experience and hold an LCSW. This contractor role offers a pay range of $55.00 – $60.00 per hour and opportunities for advancement, a flexible schedule, and the ability to work from home when not in session.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience with developmental disabilities or behaviorally challenged populations.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing and moving regularly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments to meet the needs of patients served.
• Communicate progress with supervisors, family, and other stakeholders.
• Provide a monthly schedule of appointments and observations.
• Ensure effective implementation of the Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Behavioral intervention experience

Educational emphasis on learning and developmental psychology

Strong communication skills

Reliability and availability for home visits

Education

Licensed Clinical Social Worker/LCSW

Master's degree in a human-related field

Job description

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job Location: US-IL-SPRINGFIELD

Position Type: Contractor

Pay Range: USD $55.00 – $60.00 per hour

Overview

At SpringHealth, we provide services for children and adults, using positive programming and non‑aversive strategies to deliver the best quality support. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or mental illness to help them achieve their best overall health and well‑being. Our evidence‑based programs and therapies are designed to give youth and adults more positive, active, and social lives. We conduct appointments in various locations: residential homes, schools, family homes, workplaces, and other community‑based settings.

Benefits

• The ability to work from home when not in session.
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Great work/life balance
• Opportunity to work with multiple populations including adults and youth

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing assessments to meet the needs of patients served.
• Communicate between supervisors, direct care staff, family members, guardians, and collateral individuals regarding an individual's progress.
• Provide a monthly schedule to supervisors of appointments, home visits, and observations to monitor work advancement.
• Coordinate home, work and/or community‑based visits to meet the requirements of observations, chart reviews, staff interviews, and data analysis.
• Ensure the Behavior Intervention Plan is implemented effectively and properly.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other pertinent meetings as required.
• Complete monthly and/or quarterly progress notes.
• Organize training to certify staff and other team members are competent in the implementation of the Behavior Intervention Plan and/or documentation sheets.
• Provide follow‑up interviews, home visits, and observations for continued support of an individual's needs.
• Maintain strong clinical records to guarantee information is readily available to interested parties.
• Act as liaison with the public and mental health community to support development of ongoing goals.
• Assist in creating procedures for training materials to improve programs for individuals served.
• Complete continued education on behaviorally based interventions & techniques to stay competitive in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience with behavioral intervention and/or strong educational emphasis on learning and developmental psychology.
• Two or more years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behaviorally challenged populations.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods, bending, and moving from seated to standing regularly.

State Specific Requirements

• Illinois: Licensed Clinical Social Worker/LCSW
• Indiana: A master's degree in a human related field (including but not limited to BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Counselor)
• Kentucky: A master's degree in a human related field and 2 years of experience (including but not limited to BCBA, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Counselor)
• Georgia: Master's degree in psychology, special education, counseling, social work, or related field OR BCBA, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist/Psychiatrist. Must have at least 2 years of experience providing positive behavioral supports to people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Must have documented coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis reflected on resume or transcript.
• California: Must be a BCBA or BCaBA.
• Virginia: BCBA, BCaBA, Licensed Psychologist or Positive Behavior Support Specialist Facilitator (PBSF), LPC, LSW or LCSW with training and experience and/or documented coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis reflected on resume or transcript.
• Texas: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychological Associate, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor, or BCBA.

Salary Range

USD $55.00 – $60.00 per hour