LCSW (Corrections)

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Us?
This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your skills and expertise while enjoying competitive pay, flexible contract terms, and the possibility of a long-term state position. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients while collaborating with an outstanding care team. New Grads are welcome to apply!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one year (12 consecutive months) of direct patient care experience within the last three years in a public or private healthcare setting.

• Demonstrated clinical proficiency with up-to-date competencies.

• Must possess a valid photo identification (Driver’s License or Passport).

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required.

• Active and valid California Social Worker license (physical copy required).

Key Responsibilities:
As an LCSW, you will:

• Act as a critical part of the care team, providing advanced clinical assessment and developing individualized care plans based on patient needs.

• Conduct thorough patient health histories via direct interviews with patients and/or their families.

• Utilize specialized knowledge and skills to deliver effective care, identify potential diagnoses, and create targeted interventions.

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records and documentation.

• Promptly respond to patient inquiries, ensure follow-up on referrals, and provide consistent communication.

• Occasionally serve as the designated on-call clinician to address patient emergencies during scheduled work hours.

• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including primary care providers, specialists, psychiatrists, and community programs, to ensure comprehensive behavioral healthcare for patients of all ages.

Benefits:

• Compensation: $70 - 72

• Schedule: Full-time, 6–9-month contract with the potential for extension.

• Healthcare: Health insurance coverage and 40 hours of paid sick time.

• Payroll: Weekly direct deposits for your convenience.

• Additional Perks: Paid pre-employment testing and eligibility for a temp-to-perm position with exceptional state benefits if available.