Social Worker - LICSW
- Job Title
- Social Worker - LICSW
- Job ID
- 27753841
- Location
- Washington, DC, 20032
- Other Location
- Description
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Position Title: Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW)
Location: Washington, D.C.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: FT
Pay: $34.26-$51.39
# of Positions: Multiple
Shifts: Varied
Our ideal candidate will have care management and utilization management experience. You will play a vital role in enhancing patient care through comprehensive psychosocial assessments and effective discharge planning. Your expertise will directly contribute to patient well-being by addressing barriers to timely discharge, ensuring smooth transitions to post-acute care, and providing essential emotional support to patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
- Conduct initial and discharge psychosocial assessments to identify needs and barriers
- Document interventions aligned with discharge plans and regulatory requirements (e.g., CMS)
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate safe discharges
- Support patients/families in navigating post-acute care options (e.g., SNFs, rehab, home health)
- Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and resource referrals
- Lead case conferences and maintain continuity of care through effective communication
- Cover evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as assigned
- Perform additional related duties as needed
Required Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in social work (MSW).
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the District of Columbia
- Strong understanding of healthcare regulations related to discharge planning (CMS guidelines).
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse populations.
- Proven ability to work independently while effectively collaborating within a multidisciplinary team setting.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation practices.
- Experience in crisis intervention techniques is highly desirable.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
The position may involve extended periods of standing or sitting, the use of standard office or clinical equipment, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, and potential local travel. Work settings may vary from office-based to hospital or community environments depending on the role.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage or salary.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Employee wellness and assistance programs.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- Pay Range
- $34.26 Hourly to $51.39 Hourly