The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides psychotherapy and conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients in the Behavioral Health Clinic. They collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans, provide crisis intervention, and connect patients with necessary community resources.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a master’s degree from an accredited school of social work and possess a current, unencumbered LCSW license in Louisiana. A minimum of one year of prior experience performing outpatient therapy is required.
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides psychotherapy for patients in Woman's Behavioral Health Clinic in collaboration with the Psychiatrist under the direct supervision of the Physician Practice Management. This position also works closely with physicians, nursing and allied health staff, community agencies, and volunteers.
Patient populations of the Behavioral health clinic include, but are not limited to:
OB patients age 18 or over
Patients experiencing stillbirths, miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy or infant death
GYN patients with expressed needs
Patients newly diagnosed with cancer
Patients within the Woman’s Behavioral Health clinic who require individualized psychotherapy services for serious mental illness such as anxiety, depression or trauma which may or may not be within the context of pregnancy or postpartum, fetal, or infant loss, cancer treatment, and obstetric or gynecology patients with expressed needs.
Requirements
A master’s degree from an accredited school of social work
A minimum of one year of prior experience performing outpatient therapy
Current and unencumbered LCSW license in the state of Louisiana
Experience in individual and group outpatient therapy strongly preferred
Responsibilities
of the Social Worker include, but are not limited to:
Conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate patients' mental health status, strengths, challenges, and identify social determinants and barriers preventing long term wellness.
Develop rapport and collaborate with patients, families, and the treatment team to develop individualized treatment plans that address mental health goals, including crisis intervention and long-term care planning.
Provide individual and group counseling to patients, addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, substance misuse, trauma, and coping strategies. Coordinate and monitor the delivery of mental health services, ensuring that patients have access to necessary outpatient resources, including therapy, follow up appointments and medication.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs within the mental health system, legal system, and community, ensuring they receive appropriate care and support. Provide immediate crisis intervention and support during mental health emergencies, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety.
Educate patients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and strategies for managing symptoms and achieving recovery. Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, documenting assessments, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Connect patients with community resources, support groups, and services that can assist in their recovery and improve their overall quality of life. Work closely with psychiatrists, nurses, occupational therapists, and other mental health professionals within Woman’s Hospital and the community, collaborating on the patients treatment needs
Adhere to ethical standards and principles of social work, ensuring that patient confidentiality and autonomy are respected. Participates on internal committees and work groups as assigned.
Perform other duties assigned by department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.
Hours
Monday – Thursday, 7: 30am – 4:30pm
Most Fridays, 7: 30am -2pm
Pay
$27.72 - $40.19 based on experience
A Work Experience with Purpose
Woman’s is one of the largest specialty hospitals for women and infants in the United States. We are recognized throughout the country for our innovative programs, and we pride ourselves in surpassing the expectations of those we serve. Providing exceptional patient care and creating exceptional patient experiences are at the center of what we do at Woman’s. Our team consistently exceeds state and national benchmarks for patient satisfaction.
Our employees, organizational culture, mission, vision, values, and benefits make Woman’s a best place to work. In fact, for the 17th year in a row, Woman’s has been recognized as a Best Place to Work by Modern Healthcare [https://www.womans.org/news/2023/05/best-place-to-work-by-modern-healthcare] – making us the only healthcare organization to earn the distinction every year since the program’s inception. We are proud of the level of care our staff provides to our patients and each other.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Woman’s Hospital. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
