Licensed Social Worker - Pittsburgh, PA

·       The Licensed Clinical Social Worker collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to provide input in the development of the plan of care for those patients/clients requiring social work intervention.  The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides counseling and crisis intervention to patients/clients who have social or emotional problems in a variety of settings across the age span. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required
• Active license as an LCSW in state of practice required
• Minimum of one year of social work experience preferred
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age 

       Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions in the delivery of services to individuals and families for the purpose of treating such diagnosed emotional and behavioral disorders.

·       Conduct a psychosocial assessment and develop an initial discharge plan.

·       Conduct individual, group or family sessions as appropriate for the treatment plan of the patient.

·       Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed, revising as necessary.

·       Maintain documentation of therapy services provided to each patient according to facility and professional standards and revising as indicated by facility or professional standard.

·       Maintain a caseload as assigned.

·       Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient, as appropriate to their treatment plan.

·       May provide these services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.

·       May perform case management, discharge or after care planning as needed.

• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.