Licensed Clinical Social Worker - (LCSW) - Advanced Social Worker – Southside Medical Center
Listed compensation
$64K–$100K
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Job Description
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About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect.
Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - (LCSW) - Advanced Social Worker – Southside Medical Center
Job Summary
The Advanced Social Worker provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. May provide clinical and administrative supervision.
Essential Functions
- Provides Individual, Family, & Group Psychotherapy in Ambulatory and Hospital Outpatient settings.
- Responsible for psychosocial assessments, Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) completion, discharge planning, and post-discharge calls.
- Knowledge of involuntary processes such as guardianships, advanced directives, and power of attorney (POA).
- Administers patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9), Columbia-Suicide Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and Social Determinants of Health screenings.
- Offers community resource knowledge and collaboration.
- Participates in continued education and in-service training.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
Master of Social Work or Master of Science in Social Administration (required)
Licensing & Certifications
- Licensed as a Social Worker in state of practice (required)
- Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (preferred)
Experience
2 years of experience in healthcare, social services or human services setting (required)
Range
- Minimum: $30.99
- Maximum: $48.04
- Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
- Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department: Adult Mental Health - Southside RMC - Petersburg
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Key Responsibilities
The Advanced Social Worker provides direct patient care, including individual, family, and group psychotherapy in ambulatory and hospital settings. Responsibilities also include conducting psychosocial assessments, managing discharge planning, and coordinating community resources.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work or Master of Science in Social Administration and possess a valid state social work license. A minimum of two years of experience in a healthcare, social services, or human services setting is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Clinical Social Worker - (LCSW) - Advanced Social Worker – Southside Medical Center at Bon Secours Mercy Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — ranked against 2,010 active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Social Worker Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$82k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in licensed clinical social worker (lcsw) | ranked against 2,010 Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$81k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Virginia | 171 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All licensed clinical social worker (lcsw) listings in Virginia | 190 active | 6,855 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia social worker listings (all specialties): 11% state a sign-on bonus · 13% offer loan repayment190 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,543 in the last 30 days | 1,349 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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