Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Job Summary The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) oversees a team of LMSWs providing therapeutic services to residents in nursing homes. This role ensures the delivery of clinically sound, ethical, and person-centered care while supporting professional development and compliance. The LCSW also serves as a liaison between behavioral health staff and facility leadership to strengthen mental health programming and resident outcomes.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical supervision and ongoing support to LMSWs delivering therapy services. Review and monitor documentation to ensure quality, compliance, and timely submission. Offer guidance on complex clinical cases including dementia-related behaviors, depression, and trauma. Conduct regular case consultations and team meetings to support staff development. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including CMS guidelines. Collaborate with nursing home administrators and interdisciplinary teams to promote integrated care. Identify training needs and deliver education to LMSWs on best practices in geriatric mental health. Monitor program outcomes and implement improvements based on resident and facility feedback. Offer crisis intervention services to clients in acute distress or emergency situations. Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in social work and therapy. Represent the company at networking events, professional conferences, and facility meetings to promote services and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program. Active LCSW license in good standing. Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in behavioral health, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role. Experience working with geriatric populations in long-term care or similar settings strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, documentation standards, and ethical guidelines. Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. Ability to support and mentor LMSWs in a collaborative, strengths-based manner. Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical documentation systems. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate care and support through your expertise as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Job Type: Contract Benefits: Flexible schedule Medical Specialty: Geriatrics Schedule: Choose your own hours Work Location: Remote-based
Benefits
Flexible schedule Education Master's (Required) Experience Supervising: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Required) Location Knoxville, TN (Required) Work Location: Remote