Licensed Clinical Social Worker - OB/GYN

Christie Clinic•Champaign, IL

13d•$59,357 - $79,904•Onsite

About The Position

Christie Clinic's OB/GYN department is seeking a full-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker at its University clinic in Champaign, Illinois. The role collaborates with the OB/GYN provider team to implement and manage individualized treatment plans for patients experiencing conditions such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, phobias, and addictive behaviors. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 4- or 5-day work-week option and 36 patient-contact hours. A sign-on bonus is available. The social worker evaluates referred patients, provides psychotherapy in a healthcare setting, develops treatment plans with patients, and coordinates with referring providers when patients authorize it. The role also involves connecting patients and families with community resources, supporting referrals to higher levels of care, completing mandated reports of suspected abuse or neglect, maintaining timely clinical documentation, and collaborating with investigating bodies to establish safe plans.

Requirements

Master's degree in social work.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license.
3–5 years of post-licensure social work experience is listed as preferred.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of post-licensure social work experience.
Experience working with perinatal populations.
Experience working with women's health issues.

Responsibilities

Perform mental health evaluations for referred patients, including assessing the need for ongoing psychotherapy or other services.
Provide psychotherapy in a healthcare setting using techniques and interventions appropriate to patients’ needs.
Work with patients to develop psychotherapy treatment plans with specific goals and objectives.
With patient permission, collaborate with referring providers about diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress.
Use knowledge of community resources, including support groups and educational resources, to arrange supplemental care or follow-up services.
Identify community resources and make petitions or referrals for higher levels of care when needed for mental health stabilization.
Provide educational and informational resources to patients and families.
Complete mandated reports of suspected abuse or neglect involving minors, disabled adults, and seniors, and cooperate with investigating bodies on safe plans.
Complete and transmit visit notes and orders in a timely manner according to policy.
Enter and transmit corrections to care plans according to the required timeline.
Maintain patient information in written and electronic form.
Perform related work as required.