Licensed Independent Social Worker - Psychiatric Associates

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Lima, OH seeks a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) to provide advanced clinical social work services across the continuum of care. You will assess, diagnose, treat, plan, and coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team, ensuring licensure compliance and ethical standards.

The position emphasizes independent and collaborative work, crisis intervention, and care coordination, with strong documentation and community referrals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as required in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy.
• Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning as needed.
• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders within scope of practice.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources and higher levels of care.
• Document all patient encounters in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

Skills

Debriefing

Motivational interviewing

Patient Centered care

Care planning

Medical safety screenings

Technology proficiency

Documentation

Data analytics

Education

MSW

Job description

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Licensed Independent Social Worker – Lima Medical Office Building 770 W High

Job Summary

The Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) provides advanced clinical social work services to patients, families, and groups across the continuum of care. This role is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination. The LISW works independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to support the emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial needs of patients, while ensuring compliance with state licensure laws, ethical standards, and organizational policies.

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy.
• Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning as needed.
• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders within scope of practice.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources, support services, and higher levels of care when appropriate.
• Document all patient encounters in accordance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as required in state of practice (required)

Experience

• 2 years in social or human services setting, including direct practice, assessment, and treatment planning. (required)

Skills & Abilities

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills

• Debriefing
• Motivational interviewing
• Patient Centered care
• Care planning
• Performing medical and safety screenings
• Technology proficiency
• Documentation
• Basic data analytics

Soft/Interpersonal Skills

• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• De-escalation
• Collaboration with community organizations
• Virtual interaction

Training

None

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirminative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]