Licensed Clinical Social Worker (POTFF)

Maximus; Oceanside (CA); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO & paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Maximus seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to deliver embedded behavioral health services for the POTFF program. You will conduct assessments, provide individual/family/group counseling, and coordinate care within an integrated team to support readiness and well‑being of Special Operations Forces personnel and families.

Candidates must have an active LCSW/LMSW, U.S. citizenship, and Secret clearance eligibility.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in lieu of degree.
• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted LCSW or LMSW license in the applicable state.
• Minimum of two years of post‑graduate clinical behavioral health experience.
• Ability to maintain credentials and satisfy background, security, and site access requirements.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office technology.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments using standardized, evidence‑based tools to identify clinical needs, readiness concerns, and resilience factors.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling, including brief, solution-focused interventions and psychoeducation.
• Perform crisis assessment, triage, safety planning, and appropriate intervention per clinical protocols.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans and document progress toward goals.
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, behavioral health professionals, command leadership, and community or military resources as appropriate.
• Provide referrals and facilitate access to behavioral health, wellness, family-support, and community services.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the designated electronic health record system.
• Support resilience, suicide prevention, mental health promotion, and other preventive behavioral health initiatives.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultation, program meetings, quality-improvement activities, and outcome evaluation.
• Apply sound clinical judgment while maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality, and compliance with laws and ethical standards.

Conocimientos

Clinical assessment

Professional judgment

Crisis intervention

Clear written communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Care coordination

Adaptability in fast-paced settings

Data-informed practice

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Social Work

Herramientas

Electronic Health Records

Descripción del empleo

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides embedded, evidence-based behavioral health services in support of the Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) program. Working as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team, the LCSW delivers assessment, intervention, consultation, care coordination, and prevention services that promote the readiness, resilience, and long-term well-being of Special Operations Forces personnel and their families. Candidates residing in or near the following locations are strongly preferred: Camp Lejeune, NC; Camp Pendleton, CA; Cannon AFB, NM; Coronado, CA; Dam Neck, VA; Eglin AFB, FL; Fort Bragg, NC; Hurlburt Field, FL; JBPHH, HI; JEB Little Creek, VA; Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA; Pope AFB, NC; Stennis, MS U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance as required for contract performance. This position is pending upon contract award. Why Maximus? Flexibility That Fits Your Life – Work/life balance support with flexibility designed to meet your personal and professional needs. Robust Health & Insurance Benefits – Choose from a variety of Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plans, plus a partially funded HSA. You’ll also have access to Life Insurance and discounts on Auto, Home, Renters, and Pet Insurance. Build Your Financial Future – Take advantage of our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match to help you plan for what's ahead. Generous Time Away From Work – Recharge with PTO, paid holidays, extended sick leave, and Short and Long Term Disability coverage. Wellness Beyond the Workplace – Access resources that support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Recognition That Matters – Celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues through our employee recognition platform. Invest in Your Growth – Continue your education and professional development with Tuition Reimbursement opportunities. Employee Discounts & Perks – Enjoy exclusive savings, special offers, and additional employee-only benefits. Wellness Programs & Resources – Explore a variety of programs and tools designed to support your overall health and wellness. Career Development Opportunities – Enhance your skills through training programs, workshops, conferences, and ongoing learning opportunities. Licensure & Certification Support – Maximus covers the costs associated with renewing required licenses and certifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of employees through cultivation of a high performance team.
• Ensure adequate staff coverage for assigned program area.
• Serve as subject matter expert for identified area of program knowledge.
• Ensure assigned team is meeting contract and individual SLA's, and related requirements.
• Work with contract management and shared services to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiencies.
• May attend client and stakeholder meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments using standardized, evidence-based tools to identify clinical needs, readiness concerns, and resilience factors.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling, including brief, solution-focused interventions and psychoeducation.
• Perform crisis assessment, triage, safety planning, and appropriate intervention in accordance with clinical protocols.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans and document progress toward established goals.
• Coordinate care with primary care providers, behavioral health professionals, command leadership, and community or military support resources, as appropriate.
• Provide referrals and facilitate access to behavioral health, wellness, family-support, and community services.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in the designated electronic health record system.
• Support resilience, suicide prevention, mental health promotion, and other preventive behavioral health initiatives.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case consultation, program meetings, quality-improvement activities, and outcome evaluation.
• Apply sound clinical judgment while maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of two years of related experience.
• Current LCSW or LMSW with license valid in the state of practice is required.
• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current, unrestricted Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in an applicable U.S. state or jurisdiction.
• Minimum of two years of post‑graduate clinical behavioral health experience.
• Demonstrated experience conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, providing psychotherapy, and responding to behavioral health crises.
• Ability to maintain required professional credentials and satisfy applicable contract, background, security, and site‑access requirements.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office technology.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience supporting military personnel, veterans, first responders, or other high-performance populations.
• Experience working in an embedded, multidisciplinary, or integrated‑care environment.
• Knowledge of military culture, operational stress, family systems, trauma‑informed care, and evidence‑based behavioral health practices.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

• Clinical assessment and sound professional judgment
• Crisis intervention and safety planning
• Person-centered and culturally responsive care
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and care coordination
• Adaptability, discretion, and effectiveness in high‑tempo environments
• Data-informed practice and continuous improvement

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EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

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