Licensed Master Social Worker

West Cecil Health Center Inc•Conowingo, Conowingo, MD, US, MD

5h•$54,000 - $77,600•Onsite

About The Position

West Cecil Health Center is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who is earning supervised hours toward independent Maryland licensure as a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C). The role supports a committed and growing team and offers a career pathway for clinicians interested in long-term growth in community health. The preferred candidate has a strong interest in serving an underserved and under-resourced population in a generalist capacity at a Community Health Center. Clinical responsibilities include providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and/or adults, and evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and coordinating services for patients with mental, behavioral, and emotional issues under supervision. The position works collaboratively with other providers and is located at West Cecil Health Center and/or qualified subsidiaries; regular local travel between sites may be required. The position may be full-time, part-time, or PRN according to WCHC's needs, with days and hours scheduled based on operational requirements.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work.
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) status and pursuit of supervised hours toward Maryland LCSW-C licensure.
Compassion for patients with psychosocial needs.
Interpersonal skills, including listening, professional communication, and establishing therapeutic rapport with clients.
Ability to apply social work ethical principles to professional practice.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to practice in a culturally competent manner.
Ability to advance human rights and social and economic justice.
Ability to engage in research-informed practice and practice-informed research.
Knowledge of human behavior and the social environment.
Ability to engage in practice that advances clients' social and economic well-being and respond to contexts that shape practice.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit at a desk or workstation for prolonged periods, typically 8–12 hours per shift.
Ability to keyboard and perform gross and fine hand manipulation.
Ability to speak to convey information and detailed instructions, hear and distinguish speech or other sounds, and see small objects and recognize individuals and features at a distance.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of relevant clinical experience in behavioral health care.
At least two years of relevant clinical experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.
Strong interest in working in a Community Health Center serving an underserved and under-resourced population.

Responsibilities

Provide services within the scope of practice generally accepted for a Clinical Social Worker at West Cecil Health Center.
Support the health center's mission by serving as a liaison and promoting the center to the behavioral health community and its constituents.
Assess patients' psychosocial needs, situations, strengths, and support networks related to mental, behavioral, and emotional issues.
Develop care plans and treatment goals with patients.
Establish rapport with patients and advocate for them.
Provide therapeutic support and help patients solve and cope with problems in their lives.
Provide individual and group therapy.
Assist other WCHC providers with behavioral health concerns using a multidisciplinary approach.
Assist the health center in pursuing grant and funding opportunities that expand its capacity to meet community health needs.
Complete clinical documentation required for school or board approval, including tracking clinical or internship hours for licensure or graduation.
Adhere to the terms of the supervision agreement or learning contract.
Complete timely and accurate charting and billing for services rendered.

Benefits

$1,500 sign-on bonus and an additional $2,000 after one year.
Education reimbursement.
Potential eligibility for tax-free National Health Service Corps loan repayment assistance for qualified clinicians.
Growth and advancement opportunities.
Flexibility.
Company-sponsored events.
Employee engagement committees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Generous paid time off and volunteer time.
Paid holidays.