Social Worker (LMSW), Behavioral Health
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Job Description
Lifepoint Behavioral Health
Social Worker (LMSW), Behavioral Health
Location: St. Mary's Regional Medical Center - 1808 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801
Shift: FT | 0800-1600 | M-F – Some weekends and holidays required
Bonus: 15,000 Sign-on Bonus
Your Experience Matters
Lifepoint Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Social Worker (LCSW), Behavioral Health, joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®.
Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LCSW) to support patients facing social, emotional, economic, and environmental challenges.
In this role, you’ll conduct assessments, develop intervention plans, coordinate services, and collaborate closely with our healthcare team to ensure patients receive the support they need.
You’ll also assist with discharge planning, connect patients to community resources, and complete Medicaid and Safety Net screenings as needed. This position also ensures high quality, patient centered social services through treatment planning, therapy modalities, and ongoing evaluation.
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, exercises strong critical thinking skills, and can work independently while supporting patients and families through challenging situations. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact in behavioral health and want to work with a supportive, mission driven team, we’d love to meet you.
How You’ll Contribute
- Conduct interviews and comprehensive assessments with patients, families, caregivers, and legal representatives to identify social, emotional, and environmental needs.
- Determine, prioritize, and coordinate internal and external services or interventions; provide referrals for transportation, housing, healthcare, and social or spiritual support.
- Participate in case reviews and collaborate with the healthcare team to monitor, promote, and evaluate compliance with individualized treatment plans.
- Support discharge planning by arranging follow up care, ensuring continuity with outside agencies, and completing Medicaid screenings and Safety Net applications when indicated.
- Fulfill responsibilities for inpatient behavioral health, including monitoring service quality, completing bio psycho social assessments, developing measurable goals, providing therapeutic modalities, and participating in utilization management.
- Complete required documentation within established time frames and assist with orientation, training, meetings, and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- LCSW (State of Arkansas)
- BLS HCP; Crisis Intervention Training within 90 days
- 2+ years of related experience
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Why Join Us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position
also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Behavioral Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Key Responsibilities
The Social Worker will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop intervention plans, and coordinate services for patients facing social, emotional, and environmental challenges. They will also manage discharge planning, facilitate referrals, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and a current LCSW license in the State of Arkansas. At least two years of related experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 38% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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