Licensed Clinical Social Worker

About the Role

Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Upward Health in Los Angeles, California. Salary: $95k-$100k. Benefits: health benefits.

Work-Life Balance Factors

⚠️ 24/7 coverage

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of Medicaid and Medicare, as well as managed care organizations.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage patient crises and provide focused care interventions.
• Leadership:
• Promotes self-management and patient autonomy while ensuring that care plans align with patient values and goals
• Maintains accurate and timely patient records, adhering to all regulatory and company standards.

Requirements

• Skills Required:
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with all state certification and licensing
• Experience in home care or field case management is preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license and access to an automobile.

Benefits & Compensation

• Minimum of three (3) years of social work experience, with at least two (2) years in a healthcare setting (e. g., physician's office, PCMH, hospital, clinic, home care, or nursing home).
• Ability to assess and address Social Determinants of Health (SDOH).
• Works closely with interdisciplinary team members to integrate behavioral health considerations into patient care.
• Adjusts approaches to care as needed, responding to the dynamic healthcare needs of patients.
• Identifies innovative solutions to patient needs across both healthcare and psychosocial dimensions
• Guides the care team in applying best practices in behavioral health interventions and ensuring effective care coordination.