Licensed Master Social Worker

Up Next Staffing & Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and recruiting agency is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker in Houston, Texas. The role involves providing clinical social work and complex discharge planning for patients with psychosocial needs. Applicants must have a Master's degree in Social Work, a current LMSW license in Texas, and ACM certification. Key skills include effective communication, knowledge of DSM V and ICD-10, and therapeutic negotiation skills. Join us in making a significant impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Texas required.
• ACM certification from American Case Management Association (ACMA)
• Field placement or internship in health services or healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical social work and complex discharge planning.
• Assist patients and families with eligibility determination for social programs.
• Support community assistance from various special funds and agencies.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of DSM V and ICD-10 manuals

Therapeutic communication and negotiation skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Master of Social Work program (MSW)

Job description

About the job Licensed Master Social Worker

Job Duties:

The Licensed Master Social Worker systematically intervenes to provide clinical social work and complex discharge planning to patients and their families who have complex psychosocial needs, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources and qualify for community assistance from a variety of special funds and agencies.

Requirements:

Education: Graduate of an accredited Master of Social Work program (MSW)

Licenses/Certifications: Current license as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Texas required; ACM certification from American Case Management Association (ACMA)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Field placement or internship in health services/health care provider experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of DSM V and ICD-10 manuals.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill in social work assessment and treatment of patients for mental health status and substance abuse screening.
• Excellent therapeutic communication and negotiation skills in interactions with patients, families, physicians and health care team colleagues.