Social Services Director (LPC, LMSW, LCSW)

Freedom Behavioral; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral in Plainview, Texas is seeking an experienced licensed LPC, LMSW, or LCSW to join the Clinical Services Team. The role involves providing individual, group, and family therapy, participating in discharge and aftercare planning, and ensuring compliance with various regulatory guidelines.

Preferred candidates will have a Master’s degree in social work and at least three years of full-time experience in a psychiatric setting. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Texas license as LPC, LMSW, or LCSW required.
• Master’s degree in social work preferred.
• 3 years of full-time experience in psych preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy sessions for patients.
• Participates in discharge and aftercare planning.
• Completes clinical documentation and assessments.

Skills

Assertive communication skills

Writing and composition skills

Organizational skills

Therapeutic Intervention/De-escalation

Education

Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school

LPC, LMSW or LCSW license in Texas

Job description

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Texas is a 20-bed, acute geriatric psych facility located in Plainview, Texas. We are looking for an experienced licensed LCSW, LMSW or a LPC to be part of the Clinical Services Team.

The LPC, LMSW or LCSW Director works as an integral part of our social services program which is necessary to meet the legal, organizational, medical staff and regulatory agency guidelines. All duties are to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Allegiance and Freedom policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards.

Essential Functions: Provides individual, group and family session for patients as indicated by the supervisor. Participates as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and participates in chart reviews for quality assurance. Work with the clinical department including the following functions: discharge and after care planning, completion of discharge summaries, completion of clinical documentation and providing guidance to the clinical staff. Review psycho‑social documentation, completion of outcome studies assessments and development clinical notes. Provides clinical counseling services, including group, individual and family services including communication in an age/disability/culturally sensitive milieu. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Educational/Experience Requirements/Qualifications/Skills

• Must be a LPC, LMSW or LCSW in the State of Texas and optionally possess one of the following: Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work and prefer at least three (3) years of full‑time experience in psych.
• Excellent assertive communication skills, good writing and composition skills and able to organize and prioritize high volume workload. Must be able to work under close supervision.
• Therapeutic Intervention/De‑escalation education required.
• Must successfully complete CPR certification, as well as attend our approved behavioral de‑escalation program.
• License: LPC, LMSW, LMFT in good standing with the State of Texas.

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Plainview, Tx provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.