Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Job Opportunity In Colfax, WAIt's fun to work in a team where people truly believe in what they are doing!Provide essential mental health services and support to individuals. Apply social work methods and theory to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of psychosocial impairment or disability, including mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Provides direct assessment, diagnosis formulation, treatment planning, treatment intervention and education in an outpatient clinic setting. Participates as a member of an integrated primary healthcare delivery team to provide coordinated care.Standard ExpectationsPromotes a Positive Working Environment Conducts oneself in line with organization's mission, values and standards of behavior.Accepts change and challenges with a positive attitude.Consistently adheres to organizational policy.Communicates Effectively Builds relationships and works collaboratively with other staff.Provides timely operational updates to supervisor.Responds to communications in a timely manner.Performs Duties Efficiently and Effectively Follows procedures.Acts in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.Performs other duties as assigned.Duties & ResponsibilitiesPrincipal Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms focused and timely behavioral health assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients, including referrals from other providers. Collects data from a variety of sources such as patient records, interviews, observation, and team members. Documents patient assessment and progress appropriately.Provide traditional counseling services and support to patients and family members.Works as a member of the integrated primary care team. Contributes to team-based care through effective partnership with patients, their caregivers, and other providers to ensure holistic health care and support of the medical team.Meets face to face with patients for behavioral health intervention or other social service-related issues.Maintain a regular schedule at assigned clinic in collaboration with treatment team.Remain current and knowledgeable about local and regional resources for mental health and substance abuse treatment, developing collaborative relationships where possible.Provide training to staff as needed.Thoroughly, accurately, and promptly document all service rendered in the electronic medical record for every patient.Maintains professional skills and awareness of regulatory changes, compliance issues, innovations and developments, through research and training/continuing education opportunities. Stays abreast of trends and best practices.Participate in quality improvement projects as assigned.Participate in 80% of staff meetings and training as assigned.Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.QualificationsRequiredMaster's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain and NPI, prior to employment start date.Licensed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the State of Washington.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.PreferredTwo (2) years of recent relevant hospital or clinical experience preferred.Work Environment and Physical DemandsThis position is primarily worked in an office environment. Primarily stationary with occasional standing, walking, lifting, reaching carrying, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling of objects weighing up to 20lbs. The position requires continuous finger dexterity and fine manipulation.The employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!Pay Range:$36.00 - $63.00Compensation: New hires should expect to start at the lower end of the range; actual pay offered will vary based on years of experience.Employee Benefits: Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement options (403(b) & 457). Medical insurance coverage begins on day one and is available to both full time and part time employees. Additionally, employees receive discounts on medical services provided by Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics. Differentials apply for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Our unique PTO plan enables employees to increase their accrual with each year of service (no more waiting five years for the next tier)!