Travel Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Sitka, AK

Cynet Health

Sitka, AK

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JOB DETAILS

LOCATION

Sitka, AK

POSTED

6 days ago

Job Title: Social Worker-Clinical Profession: Behavioral Health Specialty: Social Worker-Clinical Duration: Full Time Shift: Days Hours per Shift: Full Time Experience: Minimum Years of Experience Required License: Masters Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related discipline Certifications: Clinical Competency Assessment Must-Have: - Licensed or in the process of becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) - Valid State Driver's License or can be obtained within 6 months of hire - Must be 21 years of age Description: We are looking for a clinician skilled in discharge planning for our Level IV Critical Access Hospital. Join a compassionate, multidisciplinary team serving patients from birth through elder across Southeast Alaska. As a Social Services Clinician, you will deliver discharge planning and care coordination that strengthens families, supports cultural wellness, and advances our mission in Tribal health. Clinical Assessment & Therapy: Conduct screening, assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, brief therapy, and continuing care for patients from birth to elder. Facilitate or co-facilitate patient care conferences and lead discharge planning for transitional placements. Provide clinical support around chemical dependency, mental health needs, and appropriate referrals. Care Coordination & Advocacy: Work closely with hospital teams and local community partners to ensure the right services are used for optimal outcomes. Provide client advocacy, skill-building, and assist with complex matters like Power of Attorney when relevant. Ensure smooth transitions of care throughout the continuum. Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in alignment with State, Federal, accreditation, and hospital billing standards. Complete screenings, assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and required reports on time. As licensed individuals, it is each person's responsibility as outlined in each license to know the regulations of the state for which they are working. Participate and provide assistance in maintaining all state, federal, and industry accreditation laws and standards, as well as organizational policies and procedures. Maintain appropriate records in a confidential manner according to department policy. Document the provision of services in charting that meets all requirements for the billing requirements. Coordinate with other corporate and community social service resources on both programmatic and casework basis to ensure appropriate services are utilized for optimum patient care. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, assist in developing and monitoring treatment plans, and consult with other professional staff regularly as needed. Assist with scheduled staff training/meetings and help staff integrate new information/practices into treatment services. Attend quality management training and incorporate concepts and skills into the delivery of client services. Complete all required provider enrollment documentation as requested in a timely manner. This position is covered in accordance with applicable regulations. Knowledge of: - Discharge planning - Interviewing techniques and crisis intervention techniques - Ethical and legal management practices, patient rights, and documentation regulations Skill and Ability to: Perform case management and use tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines. Observe and record psychiatric behaviors and substance-use behaviors. Conduct screening, assessments, treatment planning, and document in progress notes. Analyze, evaluate, and diagnose situations and adopt effective courses of action. Write clear, concise reports and chart notes in accordance with professional standards and departmental protocol.

About the Company

Cynet Health

Cynet Health is a TJC certified MBE and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Health Med and Health IT staffing and consulting services to countless hospitals, SNFs, clinics, labs, CROs, health & wellness centers, pharmacies, and other medical facilities across the United States. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, we are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise and a recognized Diversity Supplier.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

WEBSITE

https://cynethealth.com/