Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Unatego School Based Health

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

What you'll do

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) performs intake assessments and comprehensive evaluations, develops treatment plans, and provides psychotherapy. Psychotherapy may include individual, family, couple and group psychotherapy per department needs. (SBHC/Dept of Health regulations)

• Provides psychotherapy on an outpatient basis to individuals, and groups in accordance with Office of Mental Health accepted standards of care and department procedures
• Completes intake assessments and comprehensive assessments, including diagnostic formulations and preliminary treatment goals, objectives, and methods, within 30 days of referral, as per New York State Office of Mental Health rules and regulations
• Provides therapeutic interventions, including individual, and group therapy, and parent counseling and/or family sessions for persons enrolled in the SBHC and referred for mental health counseling
• Documents all 100% of patient contacts according to New York State Office of Mental Health rules and regulations and in accordance with hospital policies and practices
• Performs outpatient emergency or urgent evaluations as needed, and facilitates urgent care including hospitalization, as needed
• Functions as a member of the outpatient SBHC clinical treatment team
• Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and community support services as required
• Maintains ongoing patient records, documents therapeutic interventions and progress in achieving treatment goals
• Communicates clearly with patient, families as applicable and other treating providers for coordination of treatment goals and objectives.
• Treats patients, colleagues, and other staff with cooperation, compassion, and respect
• Conducts self in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in this field
• Attends supervision deemed by licensure on a regular basis
• Functions in accordance with department standards for billing of services
• Provides coder/analyst with timely, accurate, and adequate billing information following each patient appointment, including correct diagnostic and CPT codes.
• Provides qualified third-party payors with timely and accurate clinical information, in accordance with all New York State and Federal confidentiality guidelines, to ensure ongoing authorization and payment for care
• Maintains New York State licensure/certification
• Maintains the integrity of the patient’s confidentiality throughout the course of treatment
• Abides by all current requirements of patient confidentiality
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

What we need from you

Education:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, required

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of post Master's in Social Work experience, under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or other recognized professional is required

License/Certification:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) with the “R” credential by the New York State Department of Education is required

Skills:

• Computer Skills
• Advocacy
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Accountability
• Build Relationships
• Time Management
• Interacting with People
• Logical Thinking
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Motivation

Physical Requirements:

• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping
• Occasional fit testing
• Frequent hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, walking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

• Occasional extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $76,452.30/Yr.
Pay Range Maximum:

USD $114,678.44/Yr.
We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.