LCSW Community Health- Spanish Skills Preferred

Optimus Health Care, Inc.•Stratford, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Optimus Health Care, the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County, is seeking a full-time experienced LCSW to join their team. The role involves providing patient-centered care in a kind and compassionate manner, working with ages 5 and up. A working knowledge of Spanish is preferred. This is a hybrid role with three days onsite and two days remote.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university
A minimum of two (2) years of related experience.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Licensed under the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health.
A valid driver's license is also required.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Spanish
Experience preferred in the areas of culturally diverse populations.
Combination of clinical, crisis intervention, systems, case management, conflict-resolution, behavior modification, program development, child development, state and local resources, and group skills needed.
Basic computer skills desired.
Familiarity with tele-medicine and prior experience a plus

Responsibilities

Provides clinical behavioral health services and some case management, information & referral services to individuals and families.
Maintains appropriate documentation.
Generates initial treatment plans and updates every three (3) months. Discharge summaries are generated thirty (30) days after patient transferred, discharged or patient terminated treatment.
Responsible for department operation during Director's absence.
Representation of the Social Services Department and / or OHC as a liaison at agency and community meetings.
Assist in program development as directed by the Director of Behavioral Health and / or Administration.
Responsible for the accurate and complete preparation of encounter information including appropriate coding for diagnosis and procedure; DSM-5 and CPT Coding to ensure prompt billing for services rendered.