About the job Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Delano, CA
Job Title : Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Location : Delano, California
Employment Type : Full-Time Contract (6-9 months, with potential for extension)
Pay Range : $77.31 - $79.31 per hour
Position Overview
A full-time contract opportunity is available for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide behavioral health services in a secure clinical environment in Delano, CA. This role offers consistent hours, with the potential to convert into a permanent state position offering full benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as clinician-of-the-day during scheduled workdays to respond to patient emergencies
- Conduct patient interviews and obtain detailed psychosocial and health histories
- Assess and document actual and potential diagnoses and treatment needs
- Plan, implement, and evaluate care based on clinical expertise and patient conditions
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in compliance with standards
- Ensure prompt response to patient inquiries and coordinate referral follow-ups
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, psychiatrists, and allied health professionals to deliver integrated care
Required Qualifications
Experience : Minimum of 12 continuous months of direct patient care within the last 3 yearsLicensure : Valid California LCSW license (hard copy required)Certification : Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationIdentification : Valid photo ID, Drivers License, or PassportBenefits
Health InsuranceWeekly Payroll via Direct Deposit40 Hours Paid Sick TimeContract Extension BonusPre-employment costs covered (Physical, Drug Test, Mask Fit, Background Check)Opportunity for temp-to-perm state employment with full benefits (if available)