LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WKR

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of case management services and counseling, and facilitation of support groups for clients with health-related issues. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker reports to the Chief Behavioral Health Officer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work
• One year of post MSW social casework
• Possession of a valid California license as a Clinical Social Worker
• Experience with crisis intervention services and use of case management techniques
• Public speaking ability
• Experience counseling individuals and families
• Valid California driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and personal transportation

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Conducts comprehensive intake interviews including medical and psychosocial assessment and development of treatment plans for clients in assigned service areas.
• Provides counseling and case management services for individuals and families including clients with substance abuse and mental health problems.
• Monitors client needs and service provision and conducts follow-up as needed.
• Develops and maintains linkages with other health and social service agencies.
• Develops and facilitates support groups for men, women, teens, parents and/or school-aged children.
• Conducts and/or participates in assigned family unity meetings and workshops.
• Provides client advocacy activities including coordination of services for medical and dental care, emotional and practical support, public assistance, community services, and mental health services.
• Maintains client documentation in compliance with agency protocols.
• Participates in case conference activities to coordinate care for clients.
• Prepares written reports as assigned by supervisor.
• Assists with the preparation of reports to funded sources as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of principles and practices of social work and counseling techniques
• Knowledge of community resources and referral agencies
• Knowledge of group dynamics
• Knowledge of office management principles and practices
• Skill in counseling
• Skill in interviewing and communicating to elicit information and cooperation from patients.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
• Skill in public speaking
• Skill in facilitating support groups.
• Ability to write reports, correctly reflecting intervention, and document progress.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

May require sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending, and stretching for files and supplies. May require lifting up-to 25 pounds. Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. Requires ability to drive to outreach areas for presentations and other activities.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an office environment within a clinic setting. Involves frequent contact with staff and the public. Work may be stressful at times. Contact may involve dealing with upset people.

Community Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is CMC's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors except where otherwise provided by law.