Lcsw Jobs in San Diego, CA

About The Position

Requirements

• CA LCSW is in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience.
• Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Proficient in time management and prioritizing tasks.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail.
• Capable of maintaining confidentiality and accurate record-keeping.
• Skilled in building effective interpersonal relationships.
• Able to interact professionally and respectfully with diverse individuals.
• Demonstrates the ability to establish and sustain cooperative working relationships throughout the course of work.
• Competence in performing basic mathematical calculations is necessary for job responsibilities.
• Dependable and highly trustworthy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software programs.
• Ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds and navigate between locations as needed.
• Capability to remain seated at a desk and operate a computer for extended periods.
• Physical stamina to stand, bend, and reach for prolonged durations.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to perform mathematical calculations, organize and prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and comprehend and follow instructions accurately.
• Must have a patient centered approach to behavioral health care (the patient’s needs come first).
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to perform all job-related activities as outlined below.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in social work.
• Experience serving a multinational, multicultural population.
• FQHC background.
• Familiarity with Community Health Clinics and/or Indian Health Clinics.
• ECW EHR.
• Experience facilitating therapy treatment groups.

Responsibilities

• Conducts client interviews and reviews medical and social case histories to complete initial assessments and develop ongoing treatment plans.
• Provides therapeutic interventions to address psychological disorders and syndromes, aiming to enhance client functioning.
• Collaborates with Psychiatry team and other agency specialists in developing treatment plans for patients, coordinating ongoing treatment and referrals in a collaborative manner, and providing case management as needed.
• Assesses and treats clients experiencing suicidal thoughts or behaviors.
• Works with a wide range of standard diagnoses and issues, including severe mental illness, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders.
• Facilitates therapy treatment groups (preferred).
• Participates in weekly staff supervision meetings, including presenting challenging cases.
• Completes all documentation within 48 hours of seeing a client, and stays current with all required treatment plans, closing summaries, etc.
• Works effectively with the Electronic Health Record (E-Clinical Works).
• Serves as a consultant to social, educational, welfare, and other agencies on individual cases or in evaluation, planning, and development of mental health treatment for clients.
• Responds effectively to de-escalate in-office client crises, responds to client crisis phone calls, and responds to walk-in client crises when asked by leadership staff.
• May participate in Grants that help to fund this position and the BH program.
• Seeks advice and consultation with peers and the Behavioral Health Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director.
• Actively champions and upholds the Mission, Vision, and core values of SDCHC through consistent actions and commitment.
• Demonstrates outstanding customer service in all interactions with internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and respectful relationships.
• Embodies SDCHC’s Standards of Customer Service Behavior, including Compassion, Positive Attitude, Effective Communication, Professional Appearance, a Strong Sense of Ownership, and Collaborative Teamwork.
• Continuously engages in customer service training and professional development to enhance skills and maintain best practices.
• Proactively promotes SDCHC’s reputation as a leading service organization through every interaction, demonstrating professionalism and dedication.
• Actively contributes to the organization's success by engaging in quality improvement initiatives and demonstrating a commitment to continuous enhancement of services.
• Strictly adheres to all SDCHC policies and procedures while proactively supporting the adoption and implementation of new organizational initiatives.
• Participates in and champions ongoing quality improvement efforts as directed by clinic leadership, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Maintains strict compliance with all regulations, policies, and procedures related to safe work practices, consistently prioritizing workplace safety.
• Actively engages in infection prevention by adhering to best practices and implementing appropriate infection control measures during patient care and interactions.
• Ensures full compliance with regulatory standards to maintain the safety of the physical environment, including equipment and supplies, promoting a secure and hazard-free workspace.
• Utilizes all necessary tools and equipment effectively to uphold workplace safety and reduce potential risks.
• Promptly identifies and reports any unsafe working conditions to ensure immediate corrective action and maintain a safe working environment.
• Upholds the highest standards of privacy and security for all patients, employees, and volunteers by strictly granting access to information solely on a need-to-know basis for legitimate business purposes.
• Demonstrates unwavering commitment to corporate integrity by adhering to all relevant regulations and promptly reporting any unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful behavior or activities.
• Consistently exemplifies the highest ethical standards in all professional interactions and decision-making processes.
• Safeguards the confidentiality and security of patient and employee information with the utmost integrity, maintaining trust and accountability by allowing access strictly for business-related needs.

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus for FQHC qualified candidates.