Licensed Independent Social Worker - Springfield East Obstetric and Gynecology

Mercy Health•Springfield, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) provides advanced clinical social work services to patients, families, and groups across the continuum of care. This role is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination. The LISW works independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to support the emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial needs of patients, while ensuring compliance with state licensure laws, ethical standards, and organizational policies.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as required in state of practice
2 years in social or human services setting, including direct practice, assessment, and treatment planning.

Nice To Haves

Debriefing
Motivational interviewing
Patient Centered care
Care planning
Performing medical and safety screenings
Technology proficiency
Documentation
Basic data analytics
Working within an interdisciplinary team
De-escalation
Collaboration with community organizations
Virtual interaction

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy.
Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning as needed.
Diagnose and treat mental health disorders within scope of practice.
Coordinate referrals to community resources, support services, and higher levels of care when appropriate.
Document all patient encounters in accordance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards.