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Travel Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Sitka, AK

Malone Healthcare

  • Sitka, AK
  • 5 days ago

    Highlights

    Provide evidence-based, culturally relevant crisis intervention services in a hospital emergency room and other inpatient departments for individuals experiencing behavioral, emotional, substance use, and/or mental health disorders. Deliver short-term management of mental health and substance use disorders, including motivational interviewing, bio-psychosocial education, and skill development using Trauma Informed Care principles.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSitka, AK

    Description

    Key Responsibilities
    • Provide evidence-based, culturally relevant crisis intervention services in a hospital emergency room and other inpatient departments for individuals experiencing behavioral, emotional, substance use, and/or mental health disorders
    • Assess individuals in crisis within an interdisciplinary team to determine the most appropriate level of care, including evaluation for involuntary psychiatric hospitalization under Alaska Statute Title 47
    • Coordinate care with external agencies, psychiatric hospitals, and psychiatric evaluation and treatment facilities to facilitate higher levels of care when indicated
    • Deliver short-term management of mental health and substance use disorders, including motivational interviewing, bio-psychosocial education, and skill development using Trauma Informed Care principles
    • Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation within the electronic health record in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
    • Collaborate professionally as an active member of the patient's interdisciplinary treatment team, including physicians, nurses, social workers, utilization review staff, and discharge planners
    Required Qualifications
    • Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mental health, substance use treatment program, or similar behavioral health or social service setting
    • Experience with behavioral health assessment and diagnosis across all age groups
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire
    • Valid State of Alaska Driver's License, or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire
    • Ability to implement and document Alaska Title 47 involuntary hold and treatment forms
    Preferred Experience / Skills
    • Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
    • Alaska State Chemical Dependency Counselor I (CDCI) or Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) certificate or equivalent
    • Familiarity with federal and state mandatory reporting requirements and applicable regulatory frameworks including HIPAA, CARF, The Joint Commission, and state Medicaid regulations
    • Experience with safety planning for patients at risk of suicide, self-harm, or homicide
    Why Join Us
    • This is a meaningful opportunity to provide critical behavioral health services in a unique and underserved community in Southeast Alaska, making a direct impact on patient outcomes
    • Clinicians not yet fully licensed will receive clinical supervision to support their professional development and pathway to licensure


    Job ID 882330

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