Licensed Clinical Social Worker; LCSW - Behavioral Health

Overview

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (MSW) engages in advanced clinical social work practice in the medical setting based on social work theory, knowledge, ethics and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations and communities. Applies specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in prevention, assessment and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral and addictive disorders;

engages in multi-disciplinary treatment planning and clinical social work duties and coordinates and implements complex discharge plans through the use of the company and community-based services.

Location:

Ochsner Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital, Kaplan, Louisiana | Acadiana Region

Unit: BHU - Behavioral Health Unit/Psych

Note:

Up to a $15,000 Sign On Bonus Incentive Available

• Required - Master’s degree in social work (MSW)

• Required - 5 years of related experience.
• Preferred - Experience in a medical social work field.

• Required - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as verified by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners (LABSWE) and able to engage in independent practice.

• Good knowledge of common disease entities and disorders and medical terminology to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.
• Excellent psychotherapeutic skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills to work with patients, families, multi-disciplinary team members, departmental peers and community agency personnel.
• Advanced knowledge of acute and chronic care medical settings, medical terminology, and the psychosocial and economic effects of illness and/or trauma upon the patient and their support system.
• Advanced knowledge of managed care and public programs (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans).
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Ability to travel between facilities and work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on-call).

• Interviews and assesses patients and assists throughout patient care plan.
• Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families.
• Maintains patient records and documents and communicates critical information to the medical team.
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, introduction to the patient, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.