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Licking Memorial Health Systems

Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Coun

Licking Memorial Health Systems, Newark, Ohio, United States, 43057

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Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) – Inpatient Psych/Detox Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non‑profit healthcare organization dedicated to improving the health—and well‑being—of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS is a cornerstone of healthcare excellence in Licking County, offering comprehensive patient care from emergency medicine to home health, and specialized services in cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

Position Summary Seeking a therapist with knowledge, experience, and a strong desire to focus on treating trauma, mental health, and addiction in an Inpatient setting.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat mental, emotional and behavioral disorders in a refined setting

Assess the mental and behavioral health status of referred clients

Formulate differential diagnosis of mild to severe mental health conditions

Collaborate with clients to create short‑term and long‑term treatment plans and implement those individualized plans

Provide evidence‑based interventions and skill developments to improve the client’s wellness, functioning, and to achieve identified goals

Provide written documentation of counseling sessions, assessments, interventions and recommendations in a timely manner

Effectively use therapeutic interventions to assist patients in accomplishing all treatment plan goals and objectives to improve quality of life

Collaborate with other clinicians as necessary regarding clients

Demonstrate sufficient comprehension of DSM‑5

Complete all required documentation ensuring compliance with all Licking Memorial Policies and Procedures, state regulations, and Joint Commission Standards

Maintain and update professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education and staff meetings

Requirements

Master’s degree

Maintains updated license with continuing educational credits

Maintain Social work/Counselor code of ethics as required by the State of Ohio

LISW or LPCC required

Trauma experience and certification preferred but not required

Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in mental health counseling

One year of experience working with adult population

LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC; may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards

Equal Opportunity Statement Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal‑opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. We do not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors protected by law.

Additional Information Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Other Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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