LCSW Community Health

Join a Team That Makes a Difference at Optimus Health Care!

Are you passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centered care? Optimus Health Care—the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County—is looking for a dedicated clinician to join our team! With multiple locations in Bridgeport, Stratford, and Stamford, our mission is to be a lifelong health care partner, dedicated to achieving optimal wellness for the communities we serve.

Optimus Healthcare is looking for a full-time experienced LCSW to join our team based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner. The Clinician should be comfortable working with ages 18 and up and a working knowledge of Spanish is preferred. This currently is a hybrid role with three days onsite and two days remote.

The LCSW provides direct services to Optimus’ patients and families with the goal of developing patient independence and self-sufficiency, when applicable. Also provides treatment for patients who are diagnosed with a mental illness or refer to appropriate service provider. Oversees, administers, coordinates and/or assists in other designated Optimus programs and functions as assigned.

Essential functions & responsibilities

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• Provides clinical behavioral health services and some case management, information & referral services to individuals and families.
• This includes psychosocial assessments and psychotherapy, treatment planning, collaboration with and referral to other members of the health care team internal and external.
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• Maintains appropriate documentation.
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• Generates initial treatment plans and updates every three (3) months.
• Discharge summaries are generated thirty (30) days after patient transferred, discharged or patient terminated treatment.
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• Responsible for the accurate and complete preparation of encounter information including appropriate coding for diagnosis and procedure; DSM-5 and CPT Coding to ensure prompt billing for services rendered.

Education: Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university

Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of related experience. Experience preferred in the areas of culturally diverse populations. Combination of clinical, crisis intervention, systems, case management, conflict-resolution, behavior modification, program development, child development, state and local resources, and group skills needed. Good verbal and written communication skills are required. Basic computer skills desired. Familiarity with tele-medicine and prior experience a plus