Social Services/LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Opportunity in San Francisco, CA

Join our dedicated team in the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA, where you can make a significant impact on patient care and community health. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker to provide essential services to patients and their families.

Requirements

• LCSW Certification
• BLS Certification
• 5150 Training
• 2 years of experience in a Healthcare setting and 1 year of acute care hospital experience
• Previous experience in Discharge Planning preferred

The role involves providing comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, short-term counseling, and planning for transitions of care for patients and their families/significant others across all ages. The position includes psycho-education, facilitating support groups, and serving as a liaison to community programs. You will also assist with discharge planning and work independently within an interdisciplinary treatment team. Your expertise will support patients in adjusting to illness and facilitate goals of care conversations.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong clinical psychosocial skills with the ability to conceptualize clinical situations and apply theory to specific age groups
• Understanding of individual, child, and family development, human behavior, communication, and the influence of culture and values in social environments
• Ability to plan and implement effective discharge plans for patients and families
• Knowledge of Medicare, MediCal, and State and Federal regulations
• Familiarity with child, elder, domestic, and dependent abuse reporting requirements

Job Accountabilities

• Evaluate all referrals within one working day (24 hours)
• Initiate and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families
• Perform psychosocial assessments and treatment planning for patients and families
• Facilitate placement of patients with complicated medical and psychosocial needs
• Refer patients/families to appropriate care, resources, and community programs
• Apply principles and techniques of interviewing, counseling, and crisis intervention
• Refer issues around death and dying to the Chaplaincy Program
• Work closely with Clinical Reviewers to monitor acute care criteria (InterQual)
• Notify Risk Manager of possible risk issues
• Maintain accurate, current, legible records on patient charts
• Maintain a current file of community resources and provide linkage between patient/family and services
• Record and submit accurate, timely productivity and other statistical data
• Be available for scheduled coverage, flexing of work hours, and call as needed
• Evaluate patients for 5150 holds as needed and arrange transport to appropriate facilities
• Facilitate group therapy sessions as needed

Embrace the opportunity to work in the culturally rich and diverse environment of San Francisco, CA, where your contributions can truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.