Licensed Independent Social Worker - Springfield East Obstetric and Gynecology

Licensed Independent Social Worker – Springfield East Obstetric and Gynecology

The Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) provides advanced clinical social work services to patients, families, and groups across the continuum of care. This role is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination. The LISW works independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to support the emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial needs of patients, while ensuring compliance with state licensure laws, ethical standards, and organizational policies.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy.
• Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning as needed.
• Diagnose and treat mental health disorders within scope of practice.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources, support services, and higher levels of care when appropriate.
• Document all patient encounters in accordance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards.

Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) (required)

Required Licensing &

Certifications:

• Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) as required in state of practice (required)

Experience:

• 2 years in social or human services setting, including direct practice, assessment, and treatment planning. (required)

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :

Debriefing

Motivational interviewing

Patient Centered care

Care planning

Performing medical and safety screenings

Technology proficiency

Documentation

Basic data analytics

Soft/Interpersonal

Skills:

Working within an interdisciplinary team

De-escalation

Collaboration with community organizations

Virtual interaction

Training:

None

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.