LCSW (Part Time)

Community and Social Service Occupations

Part-Time

Drew University of Medicine and Science
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will work to reduce the distress and improve the mental health of the underserved populations presenting with complex medical and psychosocial problems. Working specifically within the CDU Mobile Health Outreach Program, this position is funded by a HRSA grant dedicated to enhancing the training of resident physicians in the care of people experiencing homelessness.

The LCSW provides social work services including assessment, short-term and crisis counseling, individualized care planning, and case coordination to patients and their families. The LCSW will work alongside other professionals in a multidisciplinary team in order to deal with complex patient problems. This role assesses, develops, and coordinates a clinical treatment program for patients with acute or chronic mild to medium mental health disorders and consults with staff regarding the diagnosis, strengths, and deficits of members as needed. Additionally, the LCSW serves as a liaison between CDU and the community to integrate services, coordinate care for clients, and enhance relationships through public relations activities.

Develop and manage a comprehensive referral and social linkage system specifically tailored to address the unique barriers faced by people experiencing homelessness.

Teach and mentor resident physicians regarding best practices in care coordination, social determinants of health, and psychosocial support for homeless populations.

Lead the multidisciplinary team alongside medical providers, nurses, social workers, front office staff and case managers, regarding mental and behavioral health of clients.

Refer patients to institutions, health centers, support services, psychiatry, and other specialists as needed.

Provide consultation services to multidisciplinary team members by evaluating the biopsychosocial implications of the patient’s illness when the team is assessing and planning medical treatment.

Provide functional assessments in reports to the Department of Public Social Services, Department of Child and Family Services, Social Security Administration, and the Judiciary.

Provide case management or referral to assist homeless patients with accessing vital resources such as housing, substance abuse treatment, specialty mental health care, and public benefits.

Document all assessments, diagnoses, care plans, interventions and referrals in our electronic medical records system.

Comply with CDU’s policies and maintain confidentiality when interacting with patients, families, personnel and the public.

Registered in the State of California as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

Minimum five years of providing social work services (i.e., assessment, diagnosis, individual and group therapies) to underserved populations, homeless, incarcerated, mentally ill, LGBTQ, and substance abuse adult populations.

Spanish fluency highly desired.

Must be able to operate Ford cargo vans, which require a valid California Class C driver’s license.

Ability to be a team player, support and assist team members, be available to help, and learn from the team.

PC proficient and Electronic Medical Record system proficient.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to effectively learn new software related to the position.

Able to maintain a cooperative and courteous demeanor and handle confidential and sensitive materials in a professional manner.

Strong personal initiative that helps identify problems and follow up (especially patient care related issues).

High initiative, flexible team approach.

excellent telephone manner.

Ability to analyze and solve problems, as well as create, compose, and edit written materials.

Complexity: The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.

Occasionally required to work in confined space as well as field work.

Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.

Conditional employment means that the job exists contingent upon continued funding and limitations of restricted funds or, the duration of a specific program, project, grant, or contract.Since 100% of your salary is funded by (Residency Training in Street Medicine, end date (06/30/2027) , your position is contingent upon the continued receipt of these funds. Furthermore, no work may be performed after the grant end date(s) unless you have received an extension in writing from a Dean, Division VP, or Human Resources.

Part-Time, Non-exempt

Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.

Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws

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