Lcsw

Community Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington•Torrington, CT

37d

About The Position

Provides a range of psychological assessment, diagnostic, therapeutic, and/or case management services for individuals, children, couples, groups, and/or families, as appropriate to position. Will participate in case consultation and present cases at clinical meetings.

Requirements

LCSW position requires a Master’s degree from an accredited program in Social Work.
Must have previous experience as an LCSW in a professional clinical setting, maintaining an EHR, while providing therapeutic services.
Must speak, write and read English proficiently.
LCSW position requires a Master’s degree from an accredited program in Social Work, a current license from the Connecticut State Board of Registration and passed a national or state-certified licensing exam and is CPR certified.

Nice To Haves

Group and family treatment preferred but not required.
Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Advanced Clinical diagnostic assessment/documentation skills Including but not limited to psychosocial assessments, progress notes, telephone consultation, brief assessments, patient education
Ability to assess suicide and homicide risk potential
Planning for improving health services by interpreting social factors pertinent to development of the program
The ability to work within a Multidisciplinary Team Model
Individual, Group and Family therapy skills
Strong ability to problem solve
Community Collaboration skills
Skills to assess needs and programs accordingly
To practice in the scope of their training, qualifications and experience
Adherence to their professional code of ethics
Strong knowledge of and connection to community resources
Additional duties as requested
School Based Health Center (If applicable)
An understanding of the workings of school systems
Prevention and intervention skills and strategies appropriate for school settings
The ability to independently (with support) develop a caseload while working within the school system
Additional General Requirements
Professional positive attitude, understanding of customer service principals, trustworthiness and excellent interpersonal skills.