Social Worker - LCSW

Cynet HealthStaff; St. Clairsville (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Social Worker - LCSW to develop, coordinate, implement, and provide interdisciplinary behavioral health services in a 52-week contract. The role requires applying social work theories and delivering individual, family, or group counseling with adherence to regulatory guidelines.

The position emphasizes collaboration with treatment teams, accurate documentation, and travel to community sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed behavioral health professionals with expertise in counseling and case management.
• Ability to participate in interdisciplinary teams and coordinate care.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Develops, coordinates, implements, and provides interdisciplinary behavioral health services.
• Performs psychosocial interventions with clients and conducts individual, family, or group counseling.
• Maintains documentation for regulatory compliance and coordinates referrals.
• Travels to community sites as required under contract with relevant departments.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

LCDC II

LPC

LSW

MFT

RN

Job description

Social Worker - LCSW

Profession: Behavioral Healthcare Provider

Specialty: Staff Augmentation

Duration: 52 Weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Experience: Minimum Years of Experience: Not Specified

License: Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II (LCDC II), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT), or Licensed Registered Nurse

Certifications: Not Specified

Must-Have: Completion of continuing professional education for license renewal pursuant to relevant sections of Ohio Revised Code

Description:The Behavioral Healthcare Provider develops, coordinates, implements, and provides interdisciplinary services related to behavioral health.The role involves applying knowledge and techniques related to health and illness to prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.Within the scope of practice, the provider performs psychosocial interventions with clients.The provider conducts individual, family, or group interventions such as counseling, testing, and client education.Specific intervention goals and objectives are developed to resolve clients' problems and improve functioning.The provider participates in establishing, implementing, and evaluating treatment system goals and objectives.Interviews with clients and their families are conducted to establish case goals and objectives.Clients are assessed, and specific intervention techniques are determined based on their needs.The provider monitors clients' responses to treatment plans and provides feedback on their effectiveness.Evaluations of lower-level behavioral healthcare provider cases and clients’ progress are completed based on prescribed treatment plans.Necessary documentation is maintained to comply with the requirements of various regulatory agencies.The provider prepares social histories, admission and aftercare summaries, court documents, and completes required forms.Participation in treatment teams and program development teams is expected.Attendance at training meetings, departmental meetings, and court hearings is required.Establishing and maintaining working relationships with other facilities and agencies is important for coordinating referrals and conducting follow-ups.Knowledge of departmental regulations, policies, and procedures is necessary.The ability to counsel on sensitive matters and recognize unusual or threatening conditions is essential.Problem-solving skills in situations with many variables must be applied effectively.Social work theories, principles, and techniques should be understood and applied in practice.Unusual working conditions may include exposure to potentially violent clients or environments with unusual noise or odors.Travel to community sites may be required under contract with relevant departments.