Clinical Social Worker

LCSW PositionEssential Functions:Direct Patient CareConduct comprehensive psychosocial, behavioral health, and risk assessments.Diagnose behavioral health and mental health disorders within the scope of LCSW licensure.Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.Provide individual, family, and brief solution-focused psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities.Perform suicide risk, violence risk, and substance use assessments and implement appropriate interventions.Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety planning for patients experiencing acute behavioral health concerns.Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical response and outcomes.Integrated Primary CareCollaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and care coordinators to integrate behavioral health into primary care services.Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and patient care planning.Consult with medical providers regarding behavioral health concerns affecting medical treatment and chronic disease management.Assist providers in identifying behavioral, social, and environmental factors impacting patient health outcomes.Care CoordinationCoordinate referrals to psychiatric providers, specialty behavioral health services, inpatient treatment, and community resources.Assist patients in accessing community services, financial assistance programs, housing resources, transportation, and social support services.Facilitate transitions of care following emergency department visits, hospitalizations, or behavioral health crises.Advocate for patients to ensure continuity of care and removal of barriers to treatment.Documentation and ComplianceDocument clinical assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, interventions, and patient progress in the electronic health record in accordance with organizational, state, federal, payer, and accreditation requirements.Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation to support reimbursement and regulatory compliance.Protect patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and applicable privacy regulations.Behavioral Health Program SupportParticipate in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve behavioral health outcomes.Assist in developing workflows supporting integrated behavioral health services.Provide behavioral health education and consultation to clinic staff.Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and performance improvement activities.Patient EducationEducate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, coping strategies, stress management, and available community resources.Promote patient self-management and wellness through education and supportive counseling.Community CollaborationEstablish and maintain collaborative relationships with community behavioral health providers, social service agencies, schools, long-term care facilities, and public health organizations.Coordinate community resource referrals and follow-up services.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain Nevada LCSW licensure and continuing education requirements.Practice independently within the scope established by Nevada law, professional ethics, and organizational policies.Remain current on evidence-based behavioral health practices and regulatory requirements.Participate in mandatory education, competency assessments, and organizational training.Duties and Responsibilities:The LCSW independently exercises professional judgment regarding:Behavioral health assessmentsClinical diagnosesTreatment planningCrisis interventionSafety planningCommunity referralsDischarge recommendationsCare coordinationClinical documentationPatient advocacyThe position refers operational issues to clinic leadership while maintaining independent clinical judgment within the scope of licensure.Skills and Abilities Required:Knowledge:Behavioral health assessment and diagnosisCrisis interventionTrauma-informed careEvidence-based counseling techniquesIntegrated behavioral healthRural Health Clinic regulationsCommunity resourcesHIPAAMedicare/Medicaid documentationSkills:Clinical interviewingMotivational interviewingConflict resolutionCare coordinationCrisis managementDocumentationTime managementInterdisciplinary collaborationAbilities:Establish therapeutic relationships.Exercise sound independent clinical judgment.Prioritize multiple patient needs.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively with diverse populations.Communicate effectively with providers, patients, and community partners.Respond appropriately in behavioral health emergencies.Professional Requirements:Maintain active unrestricted Nevada LCSW license.Maintain required continuing education.Comply with hospital policies, CMS RHC regulations, and ethical standards.Education and Experience Required:Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.Current Nevada LCSW licensure.Two years of clinical behavioral health experience preferred.