Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
About The Position
Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond. Our Behavioral Health team provides compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families of all ages. We focus on integrated, patient-centered care in collaboration with our primary care and specialty providers, ensuring continuity of mental and physical health services. Provide integrated, clinic-based behavioral health assessments and therapy services to children, adults, and families with a focus on improving emotional well-being and overall health outcomes. This is a full-time position working day shift - 8:00am-5:00pm.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Minnesota
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities
- Maintains professionalism and composure during crisis situations
- Communicates clearly, both in writing and verbally
- Upholds therapeutic boundaries and patient confidentiality
- Is organized, resilient, and committed to ethical, patient-focused care
- Trained in multiple treatment philosophies to address diverse patient needs
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to evaluate patient needs, functioning, and treatment goals
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy for patients referred by LHS clinic providers
- Develop and update treatment plans based on ongoing assessments
- Collaborate with the Behavioral Health Services Admissions Specialist for scheduling, utilization review, and insurance authorization
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system (within five days of service)
- Respond effectively to patient crises and develop individualized intervention strategies
- Uphold patient confidentiality and adhere to records release protocols and licensing requirements
- Participate in clinical consultations, staff meetings, and team collaboration
- Deliver educational in-services to staff, the professional community, or public as directed
- Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and strong communication in patient and team interactions
Benefits
- Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
- 401K Match
- Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
- Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
- Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
