Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Mental Health Counselor
Specialty
LICSW
Degree Required
Master's in Social Work
Position Type
Full Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Location
Ellensburg, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job Description
Last Update:
3/28/25
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) - Telehealth
Location: Ellensburg, Washington
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 per year + benefits
What We Offer:
About the position:
The Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) will be responsible for assessing/diagnosing behavioral/mental health issues, determining appropriate types/methods of treatment, and implementing intervention methodologies (psychotherapy) via the telehealth platform and documentation of those services in the electronic medical record.
Location: Ellensburg, Washington
Job Types: Full-time
Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 per year + benefits
What We Offer:
- Flexible remote schedule with full-time or part-time opportunities.
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Continuing education support and professional development opportunities.
- Access to cutting-edge telehealth technology and resources.
- Supportive and collaborative virtual work environment.
About the position:
The Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) will be responsible for assessing/diagnosing behavioral/mental health issues, determining appropriate types/methods of treatment, and implementing intervention methodologies (psychotherapy) via the telehealth platform and documentation of those services in the electronic medical record.
Responsibilities:
- Provide assessment/diagnosis and psychotherapy to a wide range of patients as young as 12 up to geriatric age that are appropriate for telehealth services
- Use evidence-based screening tools with patients to screen and measure outcomes
- Document in electronic medical record the services that were provided, as well as providing diagnosis and billing code for the encounter
- Provide services via audio and visual two-way communication platform
- Abide by the NASW code of Ethics and all laws and regulatory bodies governing the practice location
- Coordinate with clinical, health education, community health and other staff members in the provision of services to patients if necessary.
- Advocate for clients by connecting them with community resources and support services.
- Participate in case reviews, staff meetings, and continuing education opportunities.
Requirements:
- Masters degree in Social Work, having obtained licensure as an Independent (LICSW) able to practice independently in Washington
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a Medical Social Worker
- General knowledge and understanding of clinical verbiage
- Strong attention to detail for use in chart documentation
- Excellent time management/calendaring skills and ability to deliver documentation timely
- Strong experience using computers and computer systems
- Experience using Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite or other systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication