ASW

Position Purpose: The Clinical Social Worker- ASW plays a vital role in supporting the emotional and behavioral health of residents at Wesley Health Centers – Skid row Residential Care Facility, a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) serving individuals in the unique location of Downtown Los Angeles Skid-row area.

This full-time, in-house position focuses on mental health care, substance use recovery support, crisis intervention, and care coordination of individuals who are experienced homelessness. The ASW collaborates closely with administrators, Certified Nurse Assistants, outside providers, and community agencies to ensure residents receive comprehensive, trauma-informed support that honors their dignity and enhances quality of life.

The role of ASW in this facility will assist us in a transformative process as individuals’ transition from living in interim housing placements or the streets to a supportive living facility. All services provided by the ASW will be under the direct supervision of a JWCH LCSW Program Population: The Crocker Residential Care is a licensed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) serving older adults, including individuals with histories of homelessness, substance use disorders, behavioral health challenges, and/or chronic medical conditions.

Residents may require support accessing community resources, engaging in recovery, or managing psychiatric symptoms in a supportive housing environment. Principal Responsibilities: Conduct functional and strength-based assessment along with comprehensive diagnosis for mental health, substance abuse, trauma, and psychosocial needs.

Develop patient care plans that are coordinated and integrated with a comprehensive range of medical and psychosocial services to address social, emotional, and practical needs. Provide psychotherapy, counseling, and psycho-education utilizing individual, family, and group modalities using evidence-based interventions for patients and their significant others that include social, emotional, and practical life skills to facilitate safe coping, distress tolerance, stress reduction, mindfulness, and relaxation as well as access to necessary resources with the goal of improved functioning and positive health outcomes.

Utilize both short-term and intensive longer-term interventions, as approved by funding source, that target trauma, mental health symptoms, and reduction of substance use Provide intensive case management services, as indicated. Consult with primary care providers to enhance understanding of the patient, provide support for treatment approaches that incorporate behavioral health needs, and assist with the implementation of bio-psychosocial treatment and care plans Provide consultation to and coordinate care for patients needing specialty mental health and/or substance use disorder services Advocate for patients within the organization and community to ensure access to appropriate care Be available to primary medical care staff during working hours for crisis intervention in the event of a psychiatric emergency and assist staff in the event of any other kind of emergency Provide phone consultation as needed Complete all charting in a timely manner and as required by regulations and JWCH policies, including assessments, progress notes, care plans, and billing documentation All Clinical records will be reviewed, signed off by the supervising LCSW, and billed as appropriate under the LCSW’s license.

Participate in structured and “as-needed” case conferences Assist with provider education for integrated behavioral and primary care services Participate in behavioral health quality assurance/improvement activities to maintain and strengthen standards of care, in accordance with DMH requirements Participate in professional development and training activities.

Participate in individual and group supervision as required by the Board of Behavioral Science (BBS). Maintain all licensing documentation including Supervision agreement and log of hours in accordance with BBS regulations. Support client involvement in planning, implementing, and evaluating services. Complete data collection forms and prepare reports as required by the program.

Adhere to all organizational safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Participate in required safety and compliance trainings and apply learned practices in daily work activities. Identify, report, and help mitigate unsafe conditions, incidents, or hazards in the workplace.

Use equipment, tools, and supplies safely and responsibly in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards. Maintain awareness of infection control, occupational health, and emergency preparedness procedures appropriate to the role. Participate in JWCH’s customer service training called AIDET on an annual basis.

Demonstrate an understanding of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) to apply in patient encounters or team discussions. Utilize the AIDET communication framework to communicate with patients and team members in a manner that reduces patient anxiety, increases patient compliance, and improves clinical outcomes.

Other duties as assigned Requirements: Clinical Social Work Registration with BBS as an Associate Clinical Social Worker. Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university. Experience working with low-income and/or homeless individuals Demonstrated understanding of the impact of trauma on behavioral and medical conditions Experience with evidence-based short-term behavioral health interventions Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability preferred.

*All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Employee Benefits: At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30+ hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for assistance with health premiums.

Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible) to assist with carrier-approved medical expenses. Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays. 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan. Mileage reimbursement. Short- and long-term disability plans (LTD/STD). Life insurance policy & AD&D, and more! Become part of a team where your work matters.

Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time. JWCH Institute, Inc + Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer.