Licensed Clinical Social Worker
About The Position
Rehab Without Walls is hiring an LCSW to join our Home & Community Rehabilitation team in Austin, TX. We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide specialized mental health counseling for social and emotional adjustment during rehabilitation from catastrophic injury or illness. This position involves supporting individuals and families as they adapt to disability and lifestyle changes. You will provide therapeutic interventions, as well as resource support and navigation that address the patient’s goals. Knowledge of medical social work and/or neurological injury (TBI/CVA)
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work (LCSW)
- Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker Licensure in the state of practice
- Minimum of one year experience in a rehabilitation setting serving individuals who have experienced a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury or acute diagnosis
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) First Aid and CPR certification required
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures
- Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods
- Additional physical requirements include pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times
Responsibilities
- Performs comprehensive evaluations, assessing the social, emotional and support needs of the patients and their families
- Sets measurable objectives that are formulated in conjunction with the rehab team
- Assists the physician and other health team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health problems
- Instructs/counsels’ patients and families in treating and coping with social and emotional response connected with illnesses
- Participates in care coordination activities and acts as a resource to other health team members in the identification and resolution of patient needs
- Identifies and assists the patient and/or family to utilize appropriate community resources to achieve measurable objectives
Benefits
- Flexible Schedule Created by You
- Paid per hour (not just per visit)
- No weekends, evenings, or holidays
- Drive Time Reimbursed at Clinical Rate & Mileage Reimbursement
- Collaborative Team Environment
- Educational Programs
- Growth/Advancement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
