Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Soap Creek Resources; La Grande (OR); On-site; USD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RVU bonus

Commencement bonus of $10k

$8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues

Hospital employed

401k match

Paid malpractice

Job summary

Soap Creek Resources in rural Northeast Oregon seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join its behavioral health team on a four 10-hour day schedule. This role emphasizes psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to ensure smooth patient transitions between inpatient units, clinics, and community resources.

The position requires MSW and an active Oregon LCSW license (or eligibility), with 1–2 years of clinical

Qualifications

• MSW degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, active LCSW license or eligible for immediate licensure in Oregon.
• 1–2 years of clinical social work experience in hospital/clinic setting.
• Willingness to live and practice in a rural community setting.
• Excellent crisis intervention, communication, and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, mental health screenings, and diagnostic evaluations for patients and families.
• Provide evidence-based crisis intervention, short-term counseling, and medical social work services to support patients with acute or chronic medical conditions.
• Coordinate care transitions between inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and community resources with physicians, mid-level providers, and nursing staff.
• Educate patients and families on disease pathology, coping mechanisms, and healthcare decisions.
• Identify barriers to health and safety, arrange post-discharge care including home health or equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of encounters in the EHR for billing and continuity of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss complex cases and optimize outcomes.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

MSW degree

Job description

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Compensation: up to $88k per year

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Days | Day Shift | 1:8 call; phone call only

Location: Northeast Oregon

A premier hospital in beautiful Northeast Oregon is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join their expanding behavioral healthcare staff. Operating on a highly desirable schedule of four 10-hour days, this role offers an exceptional work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environment. This is a phenomenal opportunity for a mission-driven mental health professional who loves a tight-knit community and is interested in practicing in a scenic rural setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, mental health screenings, and diagnostic evaluations for patients and families.
• Provide evidence-based crisis intervention, short-term counseling, and medical social work services to support patients dealing with acute or chronic medical conditions.
• Partner directly with physicians, mid-level providers, and nursing staff to coordinate seamless care transitions between inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and community-based resources.
• Support, counsel, and educate patients and their families on disease pathology, coping mechanisms, and complex healthcare decisions.
• Identify barriers to health and safety, facilitate emergency interventions when necessary, and arrange for post-discharge care, including home health, rehabilitation, or medical equipment.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and secure documentation of all patient encounters within the electronic health record system for billing and strict continuity of care.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary team rounds to discuss complex cases, optimize clinical outcomes, and champion holistic patient wellness.

Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited institution
• Current, active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or eligible for immediate licensure in the state of Oregon
• 1–2 years of clinical social work experience, preferably within a hospital, clinic, or integrated healthcare setting
• Comfort with and a genuine interest in living and practicing within a rural community setting
• Excellent crisis intervention, communication, and interpersonal skills with a strong collaborative mindset

Benefits:

• Very competitive total compensation opportunity (88k+) which includes: o RVU bonus based on annual threshold
• Commencement bonus of $10k
• $8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues, subscription + paid CME time
• Hospital employed
• Full benefits including a 401k match
• Paid malpractice

Salary: The posted range is an estimate based on local market trends and is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education.