Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Forge Health; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive paid time off

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Annual continued education allocations

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading mental health provider in Doylestown, PA, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Clinician to deliver evidence-based mental health and substance use services. This role entails facilitating outpatient programs, conducting assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must hold a relevant master's degree and a valid license in Pennsylvania, along with experience in the mental health field. Forge values integrity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salaries and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working with mental health and substance use populations.
• Experience with DSM criteria for assessing mental health needs.
• Familiar with developing treatment plans and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate outpatient programs for mental health and substance use.
• Conduct assessments and maintain treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group counseling services.

Skills

Mental health treatment

Crisis intervention

Individual and group counseling

Case management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or similar

Valid, unrestricted license in Pennsylvania

Job description

Overview

Forge Health is a mission-driven outpatient mental health and substance use provider dedicated to providing the highest quality, affordable, and effective care to individuals, families, and communities in need. Forge Health is leading in driving innovation, improving care delivery, and shaping the future of behavioral health care. Our clinical care is the heartbeat of our operations, and the skill and compassion of our staff drive outcomes for those we serve. With a current clinical footprint in the greater Northeast, we have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New Hampshire, and we’re growing.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals in need through an innovative practice, Forge is the right fit for you.

Who we\'re looking for

A passionate, dedicated, sharp mental health provider who wants to be part of a growing, collaborative team. As a Clinician, you will provide best-in-class mental health services delivered in person and via telehealth, designed to treat addiction and mental health conditions for the populations we serve. This position sits in our Doylestown, PA office and reports directly to the Executive Clinical Director. Your schedule will be aligned with community needs and determined in conjunction with the Executive Clinical Director. Please note, all clinical positions require a minimum of two evening shifts per week, which may be in person depending on community need.

Compensation range: $55-75k total compensation (base plus benefits and other perks). Exact compensation may vary based on licensure, experience, and location.

What you\'ll be doing

• Facilitates traditional outpatient and intensive outpatient programs and services for mental health conditions and substance use disorder, including individual and family therapy, as well as case management for a caseload of individual client services.
• Assess clients for co-occurring and mental health needs using DSM criteria.
• Complete initial assessments and assess appropriate level of care.
• Obtain and review records relevant to the current treatment episode, and contact relevant referral sources, family or outside systems as needed.
• Prepare and maintain treatment plans and revisions in conjunction with the care team.
• Coordinate with discharge planner regarding continuing care and discharge recommendations.
• Document all counseling services in clinical records and maintain necessary administrative logs.
• Complete state-required work for clients on your caseload.
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team and attend case management meetings.
• Conduct individual and group counseling.
• Communicate with family members, attorneys, EAPs, doctors or other outside resources as needed, within consent to release documents, and document all communications.
• Initiate releases and contracts for safety or other necessary documents.
• Provide crisis intervention and other functions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you\'ll need

• Valid, unrestricted license in Pennsylvania as a LCSW or similar credentials including LSW, LAC, LPC or LMFT.
• Additional licensure and/or certifications preferred: CADC/LCADC, EMDR, or similar.
• Master\'s degree in Social Work or a similar field.
• 2+ years working with mental health and substance use populations.

Why Forge

The opportunity: Our team values integrity and seeks talented, driven individuals who share a passion for high-quality, evidence-based mental health and substance use care. Our core values include:

• Fulfilling: Our work enables healthier lives, families, and communities.
• Optimistic: Positive, empathetic approach to reaching goals.
• Reciprocal: Mutual trust and commitment drive progress.
• Grateful: Appreciation for patients and clinicians.
• Evidence-Based: Measurable outcomes guide our standard of care.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to reflect our appreciation for our people, including:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Comprehensive paid time off
• Annual volunteering time off
• Parental leave
• Annual continuing education allocations
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Annual meditation app subscription
• Support for professional development including financing for advanced licensure and certifications
• Internal supervision opportunities
• Collaborative environment with opportunities to contribute to a growing medical startup

Note: Benefit eligibility varies by role, full-time/part-time status, and length of service. Specific details are provided during the offer stage. Forge Health is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the ADA and ADAA, and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates as needed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other status not related to ability to perform the job duties.