LCSW I, Social Worker

Position Summary

The LCSW provides mental health and social work services to underserved populations experiencing complex medical and psychosocial needs. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the LCSW provides assessment, diagnosis, brief and crisis counseling, psychotherapy, care planning, and coordination of services.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and provide individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and psychosocial rehabilitation. Assess, diagnose, and treat mild to moderate mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, substance use, chronic illness-related concerns, and behavioral or interpersonal challenges.

Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, case managers, and other providers. Coordinate referrals to psychiatry, medical specialists, community agencies, housing, substance use treatment, and other support services. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, social workers, and other multidisciplinary team members regarding patient care and treatment planning.

Provide consultation regarding the biopsychosocial impact of illness and behavioral health needs. Provide services at satellite locations as needed and complete functional assessments/reports for appropriate agencies. Document assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, interventions, and referrals in the electronic medical record.

Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with clinic policies and applicable professional standards. Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, adaptability, cultural responsiveness, and the ability to work independently. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Current California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license. Minimum two years of experience providing mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, and individual/group therapy, preferably with underserved, homeless, or substance-using adult populations. Community mental health or primary care/medical setting experience preferred.

Current CPR certification required. Computer proficiency required. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.