LCSW - Full-time - Behavioral Health - Brees Center Howell Place - Baton Rouge

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.

Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job engages in advanced clinical social work practice in the medical setting based on the application of social work theory, knowledge, ethics and methods to restore or enhance, social, psychosocial or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations and communities.

Applies specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of prevention, assessment and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral and addictive disorders;

engages in multi-disciplinary treatment planning and clinical social work duties and coordinates and implements complex discharge plans through the use of the company and community-based services.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

Master's degree in social work (MSW).

Work Experience

5 years of related experience.

Experience in a medical social work field.

Certifications

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as verified by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners (LABSWE) and able to engage in independent practice.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Good knowledge of common disease entities and disorders and medical terminology in order to understand acute and ongoing needs of patients and families.

Excellent psychotherapeutic skills.

Superior interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively and courteously with patients, families, multi-disciplinary team members, departmental peers and community agency personnel.

Advanced knowledge of an acute and chronic care medical setting, medical terminology and the psychosocial and economic effects of illness and / or trauma upon the patient and their support system.

Advanced knowledge of managed care and public programs such as those funded by Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, and commercial insurance plans.

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

Job Duties

Interviews and assesses patients and assists throughout patient care plan.

Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families.

Maintains patient records and documents and communicates critical information to the medical team.

Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct;

patient / employee safety, patient privacy, and / or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following : Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects;

occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and / or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases.

The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and / or disposal of contaminated waste.

The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Employee Core Benefits Package Includes : Medical coverage Dental coverage Vision coverage Life insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Short-term and long-term disability Retirement plan Paid-time off (vacation / sick / personal days) / paid holidays Paid parental leave *Benefits are subject to change at any time