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***This position is contingent upon contract award and will be located onsite in either the southeast, southwest, or central United States. Travel will likely be required.***
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides direct care to patients within discipline of Scope of Practice and performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing and or granted privileges.
- Coordinates discharge planning and processes for individuals ready to be released back to the general public or medical care facilities.
- Provides treatment of persons throughout the life span as appropriate to discipline and facility setting.
- May be expected to respond to and/or coordinate response to medical emergencies.
- Assesses and evaluates the mental health of residents and refers to outside treatment facilities if necessary.
- Provides written evaluation reports on the mental health status of individuals.
- Provides weekly reports/updates on individuals.
- Provides brief counseling, psychotherapy, behavioral analysis, and substance abuse education.
- Provides mental health treatment to individuals presenting with signs/symptoms of sexual or physical assault, abuse, and/or neglect using a multidisciplinary approach.
- Provides mental health treatment to individuals presenting with signs/symptoms of suicidal, dangerous, or psychotic behaviors.
- Provides post-discharge follow-up for individuals returning from inpatient mental health treatment.
- Serves as the suicide prevention program coordinator.
- Possesses a high level of skill in assessing, recognizing, and treating behavioral or other mental health conditions that interfere with successful treatment.
- Serves as a mental health consultant to other health professionals at the facility.
- Assists the local performance improvement coordinator in completing clinical performance improvement activities/risk identification and management related to mental health healthcare worldwide.
- Performs record keeping functions in accordance with program policies and position.
- Maintains proficiency and ease of use with electronic health records as required by the position.
- Maintains patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records, in compliance with the Privacy Act and HIPAA regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
- Current, full, and unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Experience with discharge planning processes where patients receive necessary assistance after release.
- This position requires the candidate to practice independently according to their state licensure.
- Ability to multi-task, be detail-oriented, organized, and have excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency with computers and MS Office products.
- Ability to work in remote, austere, or challenging environments.
- Ability to perform duties in a stressful and high-paced environment without limitations.
- Flexibility to adapt to sudden changes and work requirements, including potential shift changes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5 years' experience as an LCSW.
- Licensed LMSW with relevant experience.
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions:
- Walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods.
- Bending, stooping, lifting to 40+ lbs. as needed for patient care.
- Overtime may be required.
- Ability to work indoors or outdoors.
Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.