Job Title: LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker is responsible to insure the quality of the treatment program. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker works in conjunction with the Clinical Supervisor and the Program Coordinator to develop/implement modifications to the adult treatment schedules and treatment forms and formulation of new treatment program formats. The job duties include providing assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and case management services to individuals relating to substance abuse and possible mental illness and or emotional problems in a community based treatment setting. Also performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor.
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker reports to and receives direct supervision from the Clinical Supervisor. In carrying out position requirements, the incumbent maintains a cooperative working relationship with other project staff, exercises sound judgment, demonstrates initiative and maintains the confidentiality of protected health information as required by law.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Conducts intake interviews on new clients
2. Assesses and/or diagnoses client needs.
3. Conducts individual and/or group therapy.
4. Participates in treatment team, staff, and professional meetings to discuss client progress.
5. Assist in developing community resources for preventive mental health services.
6. Prepares and regularly maintains progress notes, close outs, and/or transfer summaries on clients and related duties as required.
7. Provides specialized services to the Community Counseling Center, such as special program coordination and management.
8. Performs other related duties as required.
9. Conducts reviews of client services for compliance with established policies and procedures set forth by Community Counseling Center and governing agencies.
10. Ensures confidentiality of client as required by 42CFR PartII.
11. Follows Code of Ethic as stated in NAC458.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Licensure by the State of Nevada as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker(LCSW).
2. Two years of full-time work experience in addictions and behavioral health setting.
3. Knowledge of theories and research on personality and intellectual growth and development, individual differences, human motivation, and substance abuse disorders, and co-occurring disorders
4. Knowledge of interview techniques.
5. Knowledge of current trends in the field of substance abuse, mental health, and homeless issues.
6. Knowledge of local community resources.
7. Ability to assess, diagnosis, and implement treatment plans for clients.
8. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, community groups and staff members.
9. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
10. Ability to perform counseling services with limited supervision and within a framework of standard policies and procedures.
11. Ability and experience to work under limited supervision.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
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Work Location: In person