Licensed Clinical Therapist: Hybrid-10am-6pm
About The Position
Nemours is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for its Downtown Orlando location. The Clinical Therapist provides therapeutic services to support the emotional and psychological well-being of pediatric patients and their families. The role helps individuals adjust to medical conditions and mental health challenges and promotes optimal functioning through evidence-based interventions. The therapist provides individual and family therapy to children and adolescents with a range of diagnoses, conducts psychosocial assessments, develops and adjusts individualized treatment plans, and helps patients and families navigate healthcare and community resources. The role collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and applies knowledge of developmental stages and age-specific needs. It also requires accurate clinical documentation and compliance with professional, billing, and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Master's degree required.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and family therapy to children and adolescents with a range of diagnoses, including adjustment to medical illness, ADHD, depression, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorders.
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify needs and establish treatment goals; periodically reassess situations and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Provide therapeutic interventions addressing depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, and other mental health diagnoses.
- Participate in interdisciplinary assessments and treatment planning, consulting with physicians and healthcare team members.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address patients’ mental and behavioral health needs and coordinate comprehensive care.
- Apply knowledge of developmental stages and age-specific needs in therapeutic approaches.
- Support patients and families in navigating the healthcare system and accessing appropriate community resources; provide relevant and up-to-date information and referrals.
- Coordinate individual and family therapy sessions based on clinical need.
- Document interventions and patient interactions in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with departmental guidelines, signing notes within 10 days of the encounter.
- Ensure documentation and billing compliance with Medicaid, CMS, and other regulatory agency requirements.
- Communicate and coordinate with insurance providers, case managers, and other stakeholders to authorize necessary services.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships across disciplines and departments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
