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Job Title : Licensed Mental Health Professional / Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job Details

Posting Date : 2 / 18 / 2025

Reference ID : 239204

Location : Nashville, TN

Work Location : On-Campus (Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital Setting)

Discipline : Behavioral Health / Social Work

Job Type : Full-Time Direct Hire Permanent

Salary Expectations / Pay Rate or Range :

LMSW : $60,000 - $90,000 (based on experience)
LCSW : $62,000 - $93,000 (based on experience)

Schedule / Shift :

Mon-Fri 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 00 PM OR Fri-Mon 8 : 00 AM - 4 : 00 PM

Flexible scheduling options available (4x10 or 5x8 shifts)

Job Description

The Licensed Mental Health Professional is an independently licensed clinician with LCSW licensure in Tennessee. This role involves conducting psychosocial assessments, providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care within an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting.

Responsibilities / Job Duties :

Conduct behavioral health screenings and diagnostic assessments utilizing the DSM.

Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., problem-solving treatment, behavioral activation, motivational interviewing).

Develop, document, and monitor individualized treatment and discharge plans.

Provide crisis intervention and coordinate care with community providers.

Facilitate family sessions to support patient recovery and discharge planning.

Participate in daily rounds and interdisciplinary team meetings.

Collaborate with institutional and community stakeholders to support patient care goals.

Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the department.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements :

Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited program.

Active LCSW licensure in Tennessee (LMSW candidates will be considered).

Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in mental health or behavioral health settings.

Experience with diverse psychiatric populations, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and co-occurring disorders.

Inpatient psychiatric experience and / or expertise with specialized populations (e.g., geropsych, co-occurring disorders, pediatric, young adult) preferred.

Key Competencies :

Proficiency in clinical counseling, risk management, and crisis intervention.

Strong patient assessment and evaluation skills.

Effective communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to establish rapport with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits and Opportunities :

Free CEU opportunities and clinical supervision provided.

Career ladder for professional growth, with potential for quarterly advancement and salary increases.

403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match.

Collaborative, research-driven environment in a renowned academic medical center.

For California Applicants :

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Salary : $62,000 - $93,000

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