Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Compensation: up to $88k per year
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Days | Day Shift | 1:8 call; phone call only
Location: Northeast Oregon
A premier hospital in beautiful Northeast Oregon is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join their expanding behavioral healthcare staff. Operating on a highly desirable schedule of four 10-hour days, this role offers an exceptional work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environment. This is a phenomenal opportunity for a mission-driven mental health professional who loves a tight-knit community and is interested in practicing in a scenic rural setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, mental health screenings, and diagnostic evaluations for patients and families.
- Provide evidence-based crisis intervention, short-term counseling, and medical social work services to support patients dealing with acute or chronic medical conditions.
- Partner directly with physicians, mid-level providers, and nursing staff to coordinate seamless care transitions between inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and community-based resources.
- Support, counsel, and educate patients and their families on disease pathology, coping mechanisms, and complex healthcare decisions.
- Identify barriers to health and safety, facilitate emergency interventions when necessary, and arrange for post-discharge care, including home health, rehabilitation, or medical equipment.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and secure documentation of all patient encounters within the electronic health record system for billing and strict continuity of care.
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary team rounds to discuss complex cases, optimize clinical outcomes, and champion holistic patient wellness.
Qualifications:
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited institution
- Current, active license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or eligible for immediate licensure in the state of Oregon
- 1–2 years of clinical social work experience, preferably within a hospital, clinic, or integrated healthcare setting
- Comfort with and a genuine interest in living and practicing within a rural community setting
- Excellent crisis intervention, communication, and interpersonal skills with a strong collaborative mindset
Benefits:
- Very competitive total compensation opportunity (88k+) which includes:
o RVU bonus based on annual threshold
- Commencement bonus of $10k
- $8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues, subscription + paid CME time
- Hospital employed
- Full benefits including a 401k match
- Paid malpractice
Salary: The posted range is an estimate based on local market trends and is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education.
If you're excited about the potential of this role, we’d love to hear from you!