Social Services, Social Worker- LCSW - SWLCSW25-27963

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Social Worker – LCSW
Location: Hyannis, MA
Duration: 13 Weeks
Employment Type: Contract

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our behavioral health team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive clinical assessments, therapeutic services, and discharge planning in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care both during and after hospitalization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial clinical assessments for individuals with acute care needs in compliance with Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) requirements.

• Develop and present Initial Treatment Plans based on assessment findings to the treatment team.

• Lead treatment and discharge planning in collaboration with psychiatrists and other healthcare providers.

• Provide group therapy, individual counseling, family counseling, and other therapeutic interventions.

• Support patients in ongoing treatment planning for optimal recovery and well-being.

• Assess medical and psychosocial needs, coordinating home care and community services.

• Connect patients with community programs, resources, and post-discharge support.

• Assist patients and families in obtaining necessary medical equipment or placement in appropriate facilities.

• Collaborate with community-based agencies and service providers.

• Deliver crisis prevention and intervention services, particularly during care transitions.

• Provide coverage for Inpatient and Partial Hospital Program clinicians as needed.

• Communicate with managed care companies to obtain care authorizations.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CMS, DPH, DMH, and other regulatory standards.

• Participate in community outreach and educational initiatives.

• Consistently demonstrate service excellence to patients, families, and colleagues.

• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Active Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Required

• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required

• Strong knowledge of mental health regulations and care coordination processes.

• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.