LICENSED MASTER SOCIAL WORKER

Position Number: 22155451 
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 8/01/2025

This position is located at the Arkansas State Hospital in Little Rock.

The Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) provides direct and indirect social work services to individuals, families, and groups in accordance with state and federal laws and the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board standards. This role suppoets vulnerable and underserved populations by performing assessments, implementing service plans, advocating for client needs, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Minimum Qualifications: At least 2 years of experience in mental health clinics, corrections, child welfare, social work, or a related field.

Required Certification: Must be a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of Arkansas. **Other job related education and/or experience may be submitted for all or part of these basic requirements, EXCEPT for certification or licensure requiirements. Upon approval of the qualifications review committee.**

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Job Series: Counseling and Mental Health – Career Path

Classification: Licensed Master Social Worker

Class Code: SCM04P

Pay Grade: SPC02

Salary Range: $64,570 - $95,564

Job Summary

The Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) provides direct and indirect social work services to individuals, families, and groups in accordance with state and federal laws and the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board standards. This role supports vulnerable and underserved populations by performing assessments, implementing service plans, advocating for client needs, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments of clients to determine service needs and eligibility. Conducting evidence-based therapy for individual and group counseling. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment or service plans. Provide case management services, including referrals to housing, employment, healthcare, and behavioral health resources. Participate in clinical supervision from Licensed Certified Social Workers. Deliver supportive counseling, education, and advocacy services to clients and families. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, state agencies, and community organizations to coordinate client care. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records in compliance with HIPAA and agency standards. Participate in crisis response and de-escalation efforts for clients in acute distress. Prepare detailed reports, progress notes, and court or administrative documentation as required. Assist in program planning, quality improvement, and compliance initiatives within the assigned division or department. Maintain professional ethics and competencies through continued education and training. May participate in discharge planning and establishing continuity of care with clients.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of mental health principles, social work theories and practices, and crisis intervention techniques. Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations, as well as the NASW Code of Ethics. Ability to conduct interviews and assessments, keep accurate and detailed records, and manage disputes. Ability to provide clinical consultation and/or clinical supervision to subordinate staff. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse communities, develop and coordinate individualized service plans for case records, and make sound decisions in high-stress situations. Skilled in time management, organization, and problem solving.

Minimum Qualifications

At least two years of experience in mental health clinics, corrections, child welfare, social work, or a related field.

Licensure/Certifications

Must be a Licensed Master Social Worker in the State of Arkansas. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALI