Social Work - Correctional Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Nightingale's List is seeking a Social Work Correctional Licensed Clinical Social Worker for a travel job in San Diego, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
• Discipline: Social Work
• Duration: 24 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Overview:
Join our dedicated team at this Correctional Facility as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). This role is pivotal in providing mental health services to inmates, ensuring their well-being and rehabilitation. Gain unparalleled experience in a unique environment with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications:
- Must hold a current LCSW certification valid in California.
- A minimum of 12 continuous months of similar experience within the last 3 years. Internship experience does not apply.
- Proficiency in English, both oral and written, is mandatory for effective communication and patient care.

Responsibilities:
- Deliver mental health services under the guidance of the Senior Psychologist or Supervising Psychiatric Social Worker.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage psychiatric disorders, ensuring the formulation of effective treatment plans.
- Participate in crisis interventions, group psychotherapy, and face-to-face interviews, potentially at cell fronts.
- Document all care provided, including participation in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IOTT) meetings.
- Perform mental status exams and review pertinent documents to aid in diagnosis.
- Facilitate patient transitions within the institution and assist with their pre-release, ensuring their connection to external mental health programs.
- Maintain safety and security, ensuring proper conduct of inmates to prevent any harm.
- Comprehend and adhere to CA and CDCR laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Nightingale's List Job ID #ZR_213_JOBT. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Nightingale's ListBenefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Weekly pay