Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: Mental Health Physicians, Partners and Business Manager

Purpose Statement: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, shall coordinate all psychosocial community services under the general direction of the Mental Health Lead Therapist, Clinical Psychologist/Psychiatrist. In accordance with policies, procedures, and protocols established by Pediatric Associates of Alexandria (PAA), Virginia Board of Social Work, and other regulatory agencies requirements. Responsible for implementing community educational programs, assessing problems and determining appropriate types and methods of treatment, and implementing intervention methodologies; acts as a consultant to staff members with or without professional training.

Essential tasks/duties of LCSW

Provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychological and therapeutic services.

Demonstrate excellent psychological evaluation and intervention skills.

Collaborates with the health care team on issues of patient care.

Conduct clinical consultations and diagnostic assessments assessments to establish appropriate treatment goals and objectives for clients.

Actively engage in the development and maintenance of a vibrant caseload.

Documents all patient encounters, including face-to-face, telephone, and electronic communications, in the medical record in a timely fashion through a secure private Electronic Medical Records system.

Monitors the effectiveness of interventions.

Facilitates the patient's transition within and between health care settings.

Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.

Facilitates staff, patient, and family decision-making by providing educational tools.

Qualifications / Experience

Completion of Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school or program.

Licensed LCSW – License as Clinical Social Worker to practice in Virginia.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all components of LCSW position.

Good time management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.

Five (5) years of full-time clinical experience preferred but not mandatory.Company Description

Pediatric Associates of Alexandria is looking to hire for our outpatient pediatric office. We have two locations: the Alexandria section of Fairfax County, and Potomac Yard in Arlington. We seek candidates who will thrive in a busy, fast-paced pediatric practice, who loves kids, relates well with families of varying socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Our practice handles the scheduling and billing of patients. Benefits Package: • Competitive salary. • 401(k) & Roth – Up to 4% match. • Health, Dental, and/or Vision insurance. • Paid Time Off. • Paid Short Term Disability. • $1,000 per year for Tuition Reimbursement • And more.