Pediatric Mental Health - Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Small Talk • New Albany, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Small Talk Pediatric Therapy is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to join their pediatric mental health team. This full-time, in-person role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with children, adolescents, and families. The LSW will provide individualized mental health care under qualified clinical supervision, develop clinical skills, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary pediatric team. The position emphasizes a holistic approach, considering the relationships, experiences, and environments that shape a child's life. Small Talk fosters a supportive environment for clinicians, encouraging collaboration, continuous improvement, and a voice in practice development.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Current LSW licensure, or eligibility to obtain the appropriate license before starting clinical work.
• Foundational assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic skills.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with families and colleagues.
• A commitment to ethical, individualized, evidence-based care and participation in required clinical supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children, adolescents, and families is welcome, but not required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conducting biopsychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Providing evidence-based therapeutic services suited to each client’s age, developmental needs, strengths, and goals.
• Helping children and adolescents develop emotional regulation, coping, communication, and relationship skills.
• Involving parents and caregivers when clinically appropriate to support progress beyond the session.
• Identifying family, social, and environmental factors affecting progress and connecting families with appropriate resources.
• Recognizing safety concerns, promptly consulting your supervisor, and following established safety and escalation procedures.
• Participating in clinical supervision, bringing questions and concerns forward, and incorporating feedback into your work.
• Collaborating with other professionals involved in the child’s care while maintaining appropriate consent and confidentiality.
• Maintaining timely, accurate assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other clinical documentation.
• Maintaining required records of supervised experience as you work toward clinical licensure.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with up to a 3.5% company match.
• 80 hours of paid time off, prorated in the first year.
• Eight paid holidays.
• $250 annually toward continuing education and licensing.
• Company-paid professional liability insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and group term life insurance.
• A company laptop.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level