LICSW Social Worker

vTech Solution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) will provide mental health services, including crisis risk assessments, for adults and children in a hospital emergency department. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support patients in acute care, with potential to float between units and locations as needed, including Holy Family Hospital.

Candidates may hold an independent or associate license; hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active LICSW license or associate license, pending approval.
• Experience conducting crisis risk assessments for adults and pediatrics.
• Previous hospital or acute care experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams.
• Valid licensure as MH Counselor, MFT, or LICSW.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crisis risk assessments for adults and pediatrics in the ED.
• Provide mental health counseling and support services per clinical social work standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Float between hospital units, including possible assignment to Holy Family Hospital, performing equivalent duties.
• Document patient interactions and clinical findings in electronic health records.
• Participate in departmental meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

Active LICSW license or associate

Crisis risk assessments

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Hospital/acute care experience

Mental health licensure (MH Counselor,

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) will provide mental health services including crisis risk assessments for both adult and pediatric patients in a hospital emergency department setting. This role involves working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support patients in acute care environments. The LICSW may also float between units and locations as needed, delivering consistent care. Candidates with either an independent or associate license are eligible, and hospital experience is preferred. The position requires strong clinical skills and the ability to work weekends on a rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crisis risk assessments for adult and pediatric patients in the emergency department.
• Provide mental health counseling and support services consistent with clinical social work standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Float between hospital units, including possible assignment to Holy Family Hospital, performing equivalent duties.
• Document patient interactions and clinical findings accurately in electronic health records.
• Participate in departmental meetings and trainings as required.

Required Skills & Certifications

• Active Washington state LICSW license or associate license pending approval.
• Experience conducting crisis risk assessments for adults and pediatrics.
• Previous hospital or acute care experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams.
• Valid professional licensure as a Mental Health Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Independent Clinical Social Worker.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Experience working in emergency department or trauma center settings.
• Familiarity with electronic medical record systems, preferably Epic.
• Additional certifications or training in trauma-informed care or crisis intervention.

Special Considerations

• Position floats between units and may require work at multiple hospital locations.
• No on-call duties required.
• Weekend work required every other weekend, including both Saturday and Sunday.
• 48-hour work weeks are not approved for this role.
• Expected patient ratios approximately 7 per shift.
• Reduced Non-Billable Orientation hours (0 hours vs. standard 40 hours).

Scheduling

Day shifts from 07:00 to 19:30. Work schedule includes every other weekend coverage. No block scheduling required. Shift assignments may vary depending on unit staffing and hospital needs.