Licensed Clinical Social Worker Oncology

Job Summary Provides mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members who present themselves from psychiatric evaluation with a broad range of mental health needs. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual member’s treatment program. Essential Responsibilities Assesses, develops and coordinates a clinical treatment program for Health Plan members with acute or chronic psychiatric disorders. Consults with staff regarding diagnosis, strengths and deficits of member, as needed or appropriate. Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals and groups. Charts member’s treatments and progress in accordance with state regulations and department procedures. Instructs and counsels members regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens. Interprets psychiatric treatment to member’s family and helps reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment if asked by member. Makes referrals to case manager, as appropriate, and/or refers member’s family to community support services and resources. Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of members. Collaborates with physicians in screening and evaluating members for psychotropic medications. May supervise PSW Assistants and PSW Interns, if supervision course has been completed. Works on‑call evenings, weekends & holidays, assuming primary responsibility for emergency psychiatric care and acting as consultant to emergency department physicians and staff. Reports safety concerns to mandated reporting agencies. Develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates clinical treatment programs for the diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral of Health Plan members with acute or chronic mental illness. Participates in staff conferences to select, plan, and evaluate treatment programs. Provides outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Instructs and counsels patients and their families regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and medication adherence, within the scope of practice. May administer specialized therapeutic procedures, as appropriate. Provides appropriate support to members’ families. May develop and conduct psychoeducational classes and groups. Prepares intake summaries, treatment plans, and case summaries and maintains ongoing confidential records. Charts members’ treatment and progress in accord with state and NCQA regulations and accepted community standards. May be required to participate in the department on‑call rotation. May supervise Post‑Masters Fellows, Associate Clinical Social Workers, Associate Marriage Family Therapists, or Associate Professional Clinical Counselors as needed if supervision course is completed. Utilizes resources of public and private agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the member’s treatment to include referral of the member and/or family to external resources, as appropriate. Participates in departmental program development, implementation, and evaluation. Basic Qualifications Masters degree in Social Work (clinical track), Social Welfare, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California). National Provider Identifier required at hire. Additional Requirements Must be familiar with DSM‑V as a means of diagnosis. Has experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating a broad range of psychiatric conditions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations, and professional board standards related to member treatment, patient rights, and confidentiality. May be required to participate in the department on‑call rotation. Knowledge of Evidence‑Based Practice and psychotherapy research methods. Knowledge of the bio‑psycho‑social functions that contribute to mental health. Accuracy in diagnosing patients and developing effective treatment plans. Competence in individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Professional maturity and ethical integrity necessary for assuming professional responsibilities. Commitment to quality of service, teamwork, and participation in a highly interactive multidisciplinary clinic. Ability to complete multiple tasks/objectives in a timely manner. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous post‑license, paid experience as a member of a psychiatric treatment team in an outpatient setting/program under licensed supervision. Previous clinical responsibility to include crisis intervention, individual and group psychotherapy. Demonstrated professional maturity and ethical integrity for assuming professional responsibilities. Demonstrated commitment to quality of service, teamwork, and participation in a highly interactive multidisciplinary clinic. Demonstrated ability to complete multiple tasks/objectives in a timely manner. Accuracy in diagnosing patients and developing effective treatment plans. Competence in individual, family and group psychotherapy. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr