LCSW

Pines Health Services•Caribou, ME

3d•$55,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Pines Health Services is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join its Behavioral Health Department in Northern Maine. The role provides mental health and related support to patients, including focused interventions, short-term counseling, crisis intervention, education, and referrals. The LCSW works with clinical and community partners to coordinate integrated services that support patients’ overall health and well-being. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with hours generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may vary according to patient needs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology.
Eligibility for and licensure as a social worker or clinical psychologist in the State of Maine.
Strong commitment to the mission of Pines Health Services.

Responsibilities

Provide focused intervention for patients who need mental health services.
Talk with, listen to, observe, and analyze patients and suggest suitable treatment.
Document visits and patient progress in the medical record.
Assist patients in developing daily and community living skills.
Provide patients with self-management skills and education needed to participate in their treatment.
Perform short-term counseling and crisis intervention as necessary.
Prepare psychosocial and educational materials as needed or required.
Coordinate service delivery with clinical, health education, community health, and other staff members.
Refer patients to needed services.
Provide special services and related functions allowed under the State of Maine license to practice social work or psychology.
Coordinate with other organizational entities involved in psychosocial and mental health services.
Provide community service information as an outreach worker as required.
Provide a welcoming environment for individuals seeking mental health, substance abuse, co-occurring, and community support.
Provide integrated services in a manner that supports clients’ overall health and well-being.
Assume other responsibilities as directed.
Organize and prioritize work appropriately.