Social Worker - LCSW

Cynet Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for a 13-week Social Work assignment in San Francisco, CA. The role emphasizes biopsychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, and discharge planning within an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years in healthcare and 1 year in acute care, with LCSW certification and related trainings. Expect collaboration with community resources and patient-family support planning.

Qualifications

• Biopsychosocial assessment required.
• Discharge planning responsibilities.
• Crisis intervention experience.
• Knowledge of Medicare, MediCal, and state/federal regulations.
• Experience linking patients to community resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and treatment planning.
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term counseling.
• Facilitate connections with community resources for patients and families.
• Assist with planning transitions of care in multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide psycho-education and may facilitate support groups.

Skills

Biopsychosocial assessment

Discharge planning

Crisis intervention experience

Medicare/Medi-Cal regulations

Community resources linkage

Job description

Social Worker - LCSW

Profession: Social Services

Specialty: LCSW

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a healthcare setting, with 1 year in acute care hospital experience.

License: LCSW

Certifications: BLS, 5150 Training

Must-Have:

• Biopsychosocial assessment
• Discharge Planning
• Crisis intervention experience
• Knowledge of Medicare, MediCal, State, and Federal regulations
• Experience in linkage with community resources

Description:Licensed Clinical Social Worker needed to provide biopsychosocial assessments.Responsible for crisis intervention and short-term counseling.Facilitates connections with resources for patients and families of all ages.Engages in planning for transitions of care.Provides psycho-education and may facilitate support groups.Consults on psychosocial aspects of care as a part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.Serves as a liaison to community programs.Assists with discharge planning in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.Practices independently to support patients in adjusting to illness.Facilitates goals of care discussions with patients and their families.May provide education to staff and participate on committees.

Skills and Knowledge:Strong clinical psychosocial skills with the ability to analyze clinical situations.Knowledge of developmental stages, human behavior, and communication dynamics.Ability to plan and implement effective discharge plans.Understanding of reporting requirements related to abuse.

Job Accountabilities:Evaluates all referrals within 24 hours.Initiates therapeutic relationships with patients and families.Conducts psychosocial assessments and treatment planning.Facilitates placement of patients with complex medical and psychosocial needs.Refers patients and families to appropriate care and community resources.Applies interviewing, counseling, and crisis intervention techniques effectively.Maintains accurate and current patient records.Creates and updates a file of community resources for patient linkage.Submits timely productivity and statistical data.Available for scheduled coverage and flexible shifts.Evaluates patients for 5150 holds as necessary.Facilitates group therapy sessions when needed.