Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Chambershospital; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Continuing education

Job summary

Chambershospital in Kentucky seeks a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our healthcare team, helping patients and families navigate emotional, behavioral, and social challenges within a patient-centered care model.

The successful candidate will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other professionals to develop individualized treatment plans, provide counseling, and ensure seamless discharge planning and access to community resources while maintaining compliant

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited program.
• Active LCSW license in Arkansas or ability to obtain licensure before employment.
• Minimum of two years of clinical social work experience preferred.
• Experience in hospital, outpatient, behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment and care plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling.
• Perform crisis intervention and risk assessments.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist patients and families in navigating healthcare, financial, and community support resources.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment options and available services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, organizational, and ethical standards.

Skills

Assessment

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

MSW from an accredited program

LCSW license in Arkansas or licensure planned

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our growing healthcare team. The ideal candidate is passionate about improving the emotional, behavioral, and social well-being of patients while collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment and care plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling.
• Perform crisis intervention and risk assessments.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist patients and families in navigating healthcare, financial, and community support resources.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment options and available services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, organizational, and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license in the State of Arkansas (or ability to obtain licensure before employment).
• Minimum of two years of clinical social work experience preferred.
• Experience in hospital, outpatient, behavioral health, or integrated healthcare settings is preferred.
• Strong assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of community resources and behavioral health services.
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with behavioral health, chronic disease management, or rural healthcare.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.