Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Behavioral Health - Clinical Social WorkerLocation: Sitka, AlaskaSchedule: 8:00AM - 5:00PM x 5Term: PermanentSalary: $60000.00 - $85000.00Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring a LCSW for a permanent assignment in Sitka, Alaska.Responsibilities for a LCSW:• Provide evidence-based culturally relevant crisis intervention services in the emergency room and other hospital departments for those experiencing behavioral, emotional, substance and/or mental disorders• In coordination with the interdisciplinary team, assess individuals in crisis to determine the most appropriate level of care• Implement Alaska Statute Title 47 for psychiatric involuntary assessments and associated documentation• Coordinate care with other agencies and hospitals to facilitate a higher level of care when indicated, including psychiatric hospitals and psychiatric evaluation and treatment facilities• Work closely and supportively with members of the patient's support team, including family members, guardians, and outside treatment providers• Communicate actively, collaboratively, and professionally as a member of the patient's interdisciplinary treatment team comprised of physicians, nurses, other behavioral health professionals, utilization review staff, social work, and discharge planning• Utilize Trauma Informed Care in all aspects of patient, employee, and community interactions• Provide short-term management of mental health and substance use disorders for individuals within the hospital and/or community setting• Provide motivational interviewing, bio-psychosocial education, and skill development• Coordinate care within the health system and local community social agencies to assure appropriate referrals are offered for optimal individualized care• Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all services as required by policy, procedure, and Title 47 Statutes• Self-monitor and fulfill licensure requirements as required by clinician's licensing board• Adhere to patient confidentiality, sharing, and release of information per HIPAA and organizational policy• Attend, engage, and professionally participate in meetings and trainings• Promptly respond to coding/audit requests and corrections in a respectful, professional, and timely fashion• Complete all required provider enrollment expectations and documentation• Maintain BLS certification within 3 months of hire• Complete SEARHC Clinical Competency assessment at 3 months and every 3 years thereafter• Perform other duties as assignedBenefits for a LCSW:Salary: $60000.00 - $85000.00Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel TeamReferral Bonus up to $1,500 Astrya Global