Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our interdisciplinary post-acute care team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality mental health services, psychosocial support, and guidance to patients transitioning from hospital care to skilled care facilities settings or long-term care facilities. This role is pivotal in addressing the complex social, emotional, and psychological needs of patients recovering from acute illness or injury, aiming to enhance their well-being and facilitate a seamless transition to their next phase of recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with healthcare providers, patients, and their families to implement care plans that address patients' social, emotional, and environmental needs to accurately conduct billable chronic care management visits.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' psychosocial needs, strengths, and limitations to develop individualized care plans.
• Provide counseling and therapy sessions to patients and their families to support emotional well-being, coping strategies, and adjustment to post-acute care settings.
• Act as an advocate for patients, assisting with the coordination of community resources, support services, and benefits to ensure a successful transition from acute care to home or long-term care environments.
• Monitor and evaluate patients' progress, updating care plans as necessary to reflect changes in their condition or circumstances.
• Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and timely documentation of all patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, contributing to the development of integrated care strategies and promoting holistic approaches to patient care.
• Stay informed of the latest research and best practices in social work and post-acute care, integrating new findings into practice to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Valid LCSW license in the state of Colorado.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting, with preference given to experience in acute or post-acute care.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough psychosocial assessments and develop effective care plans.
• Excellent counseling and crisis intervention skills.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills, with the ability to coordinate resources and services for patients.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the capability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems, Medicare, Medicaid, and other social services programs.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines and standards of practice.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires flexibility in hours and locations, including the requirement to travel within the Southern Region—Specifically Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Canon City.
• The role involves potential visits to patients’ homes, long-term care facilities, assisted living locations, and occasional hospital settings.
• Physical requirements include the ability to travel, navigate various settings, and occasionally lift or assist patients.

Salary:

$34-$45 hourly range. Actual hourly rate dependent on experience.