LCSW I, Behavioral Outpatient, Full-Time, Days

ABOUT MARINHEALTH
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Company:

Marin General Hospital dba MarinHealth Medical Center

Compensation Range:

$46.92 - $70.39

Work Shift:

8 Hour (days) (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Description Summary:

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) I provides inpatient and outpatient comprehensive clinical social work practice to all patients with psychosocial and psychiatric needs. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) I provides psychotherapeutic intervention, psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, evidence-based practice, group and individual therapy, and other clinical interventions and treatments as per physician order or per protocol. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) I also provides discharge planning and utilization review to ensure appropriate benefits and best clinical and discharge outcomes. In collaboration with members of the inter-disciplinary healthcare team, the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) I contributes to the development and implementation of the multidisciplinary plan of care for patients; provides input in determining the appropriate patient status and level of care; and functions as a key linkage between the physician, staff, and hospital leadership in the day-to-day management of appropriate and efficient patient care.

Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions:

EDUCATION
Master's degree from an accredited school of social work or social welfare required.

EXPERIENCE
Prior work experience in a health care environment is required. Acute care hospital experience preferred.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATIONS


Licensed Clinical Social Worker Required at hire
Basic Life Support Required within 90 days of hire
Integrative Agitation Management (IAM) Required within 30 days of hire

PREREQUISITE SKILLS
1. Knowledge of psychosocial aspects of illness including family systems theory, crisis theory and effective treatment modalities used to assist patients and their families in adjusting to the debilitating effects of illness.
2. Knowledge of age specific theories of human development; social work theory and practice as well as applicable community resources and legal aspects of care for varying populations and assigned hospital units.
3. Significant independent judgment, analytical, problem-solving and collaborative skills in order to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, providing patient centered leadership and direction.
4. Adhere to professional ethics, practice, and values as delineated by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics.
5. Demonstrates knowledge, humility, ability and willingness to engage in continuous learning about various ethnic, spiritual, and culturally diverse backgrounds.
6. Demonstrates expertise and knowledge of DSM V.
7. Demonstrates expertise and knowledge on reporting laws as well as all legal aspects of care (W & I Codes, Title 22, CMS, EMTALA, DOJ, Probate Codes, etc.) relevant to specific population serviced. Specific knowledge of child, elder, and dependent adult mandated reporting law required.
8. General knowledge of available health care and community resources appropriate for populations served is required; in-depth knowledge is preferred.
9. Demonstrates compliance in continuous learning and professional leadership skills.
10. Demonstrates knowledge of government and private insurance benefits (e.g. Medi-Cal, Medicare) and the managed care system and utilization review procedures.
11. Must have the ability to read, write, and follow English verbal and written instructions, and have excellent o