License Clinical Social Worker; LCSW

License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Tryfacta is seeking a License Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for our client in Columbia, KY, 42728. This is a temporary contract assignment. If you meet the qualifications listed below and are interested, please Apply Now!

Location:

Columbia, KY, 42728

Duration:
Open ended

Work Schedule:

• 7.5-hour workday
• Schedule options: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• 30-minute or 1-hour lunch break
• Overtime and occasional weekend coverage may be required
• On-call support for behavioral health emergencies

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for youth within the facility.
• Provide individual, group, and family counseling services.
• Conduct crisis intervention and behavioral health assessments.
• Manage suicide/homicide watch cases and develop safety plans.
• Complete clinical documentation including intake assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge plans, and court reports.
• Lead interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and maintain meeting documentation.
• Collaborate with correctional staff, medical providers, families, courts, schools, and community partners.
• Develop behavioral management plans for youth with challenging behaviors.
• Coordinate referrals for higher levels of psychiatric care when necessary.
• Serve as on-call clinical support for after-hours emergencies.
• Participate in evidence-based therapeutic programming after completion of required DJJ training.
• Maintain compliance with DJJ policies, state regulations, and accrediting standards.

Required Skills:

• Preferred Primary Licenses:
  • Licensed Psychologist (LP)
  • Licensed Psychological Practitioner (LPP)
  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Secondary Licenses Considered:
  • Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA)
  • Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFTA)
  • Certified Social Worker (CSW)

• Additional Qualifications:
  • Must meet Kentucky KRS ) requirements as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP).
  • Experience working with adolescents, behavioral health, juvenile justice, residential treatment, or crisis intervention preferred
  • Strong documentation and clinical assessment skills.
  • Excellent communication and crisis management abilities.
  • Active state licensure in good standing required.

Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.