Matrix Providers is hiring a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide inpatient coverage for day shift at Tucson VAMC, AZ. You will deliver high-impact care to Veterans, ensuring timely assessment and intervention in a fast-paced environment.

Employment Status: Full-Time

Schedule: Days: 7:30AM - 4:00PM or 8:00AM to 4:30PM. Weekdays. No OT.

Degree Requirements:

Master of Science in Social Work (MSW) from a nationally accredited school Active, unrestricted LMSW or LCSW

Certification Requirements:

Active, unrestricted LMSW or LCSW required Licensure: Current, full, and unrestricted social work license in any U.S. State, Territory, or the District of Columbia. Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved vendor NPI number OIG Exclusion List Verification

Required Skills:

Active SW license. Minimum of two years of recent experience in an inpatient social work setting. Background in mental health, substance abuse, and housing instability. Demonstrated ability to work independently. Strong interpersonal and assessment skills, especially in acute/emergent situations. Familiarity with Tucson-area community resources is preferred.

Skills/Experience:

Clinical Assessment & Crisis Response

Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments. Perform suicide risk, mental health, and crisis assessments and interventions. Develop and implement care plans that address social determinants of health. Document safety plans and interventions in electronic medical records.

Care Coordination & Case Management

Manage post-discharge case assignments and assist with discharge planning for Veterans, including referrals to rehabilitation, home health, long-term care, and palliative services. Educate patients and families on care plans and advance directives to ensure understanding and compliance. Coordinate inpatient psychiatric petitions and collaborate with Adult Protective Services on cases involving abuse, neglect, or housing instability.

Team-Based Collaboration

Communicate critical patient information to interdisciplinary care teams. Plan and facilitate family and interdisciplinary team meetings, including goals-of-care discussions. Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure continuity of care and shared decision-making.

Standards & Ethics

Maintain professional decorum and uphold the VAs customer service standards. Respect patient rights, privacy, and individual dignity. Accurately review and utilize electronic medical records to inform care decisions.

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