Mental Health Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Potomac Healthcare Solutions•Danville, VA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by a physician or mid-level provider. This role involves collaboration with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN, and Medical Assistant) and the expanded PACT Team, including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.

Requirements

Master's degree, or higher, in Social Work from a program registered by the Department of Education is required, with specific training dealing with adult patients.
Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted LCSW/MSW (or equivalent) license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
Minimum of 1-3 years' post-master direct counseling experience with adult patients.
Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.
Proven mastery of advanced sociological, psychological, and mental health care related interventions and issues.
Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency – AHA valid for two years, e.g.) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Strong computer skills, including EMR experience.
Energetic and optimistic demeanor.

Responsibilities

Interviews individual members to assess social and emotional capabilities.
Provides case management to Veterans and families as needed throughout the continuum of care.
Selects program appropriate to particular group goals, level of development, needs, capacities, and interests of group members.
Conducts individual counseling/therapy.
Conducts group therapy (which may include PTSD groups; weight management; anger management & coping skills, grieving; and personal interactions).
Conducts marriage and family counseling as specified by the VA.
Involves members in planning and assuming responsibility for activities.
Helps members through group experience to develop attitudes and social skills for improved family relations and community responsibility.
Refers members, when indicated, to community resources and other organizations.
Addresses issues such as advance directives and organ donation in accordance with acceptable standards.
Inputs all patients’ information into VISTA/CPRS.
Completes any and all clinical reminders “due” at the time of each patient visit.
Assists in co-managed care collaboration with non-VA providers, and facilities.
Provides patient and family health education with a focus on self-management, prevention, wellness, related health issues and healthy lifestyle choices.
Maintains confidentiality of veterans’ data and information.
Complies with all VA and company training requirements.
Fulfills compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.
Remains focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.
Provides excellent customer service to each veteran and his/her family, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.
Participates in the clinic’s outreach events to help support the clinic’s enrollment initiatives.
Supports patient enrollment and retention in appointments, follow-up visits or nurse visits.
Embraces and supports new initiatives, whether clinical or operational.