Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our interdisciplinary post-acute care team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality mental health services, psychosocial support, and guidance to patients transitioning from hospital care to skilled care facilities settings or long-term care facilities. This role is pivotal in addressing the complex social, emotional, and psychological needs of patients recovering from acute illness or injury, aiming to enhance their well-being and facilitate a seamless transition to their next phase of recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with healthcare providers, patients, and their families to implement care plans that address patients' social, emotional, and environmental needs to accurately conduct billable chronic care management visits. 

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' psychosocial needs, strengths, and limitations to develop individualized care plans. 

• Provide counseling and therapy sessions to patients and their families to support emotional well-being, coping strategies, and adjustment to post-acute care settings.

• Act as an advocate for patients, assisting with the coordination of community resources, support services, and benefits to ensure a successful transition from acute care to home or long-term care environments.

• Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, updating care plans as necessary to reflect changes in their condition or circumstances.

• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely documentation of all patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes.

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to the development of integrated care strategies and promoting holistic approaches to patient care.

• Stay informed of the latest research and best practices in social work and post-acute care, integrating new findings into practice to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.

• Valid LCSW license in the state of Colorado.

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting, with preference given to experience in acute or post-acute care.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough psychosocial assessments and develop effective care plans.

• Excellent counseling and crisis intervention skills.

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills, with the ability to coordinate resources and services for patients.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

• Knowledge of healthcare systems, Medicare, Medicaid, and other social services programs.

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines and standards of practice.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires flexibility in hours and locations, including the requirement to travel within the Southern Region—Specifically Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Canon City.

• The role involves potential visits to patients’ homes, long-term care facilities, assisted living locations, and  occasional hospital settings.

• Physical requirements include the ability to travel, navigate various settings, and occasionally lift or assist patients.

Salary: 

$34-$45 hourly range. Actual hourly rate dependent on experience.