Position Summary:
The Mary Bridge Mental Health Clinician-SW I is a trainee designated position for individuals who are in the process (LSWAIC) of obtaining clinical licensure (LICSW). All job duties and accountabilities outlined in this job description will be supervised by a Mary Bridge Mental Health Clinician – Social Work II or III. Responsible for assisting pediatric patients and their families in addressing the social, psychological, developmental and economic impacts of illness, injury and chronic disease. As part of an interdisciplinary team, and to promote optimal health outcomes, the MHC-SW completes comprehensive assessment and provides support and resources to identify and intervene regarding patient/family needs related to: mental health, trauma, environmental and caregiver safety; child abuse and neglect; trauma; grief and loss; adjustment to injury/illness; food, shelter and other basic needs; education and developmental needs, and parenting resource needs. The MHC-SW joins with patients and their families in identifying solutions to problems that serve barriers as to disease management. The PHP-SW partners with physicians, schools, law enforcement, Children’s Administration, community mental health providers and other service providers in the community to ensure well-coordinated care across the health care continuum.

Minimum Requirements:
2 years post and pre MSW Hospital or other equivalent and position relevant experience such as graduate level practicum/internship in a health care setting (esp MHS/MB), public child welfare work (DCYF/CPS), community mental health, or private practice therapy
Health industry knowledge preferred

Leadership experience preferred

Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
Licensed in the state of Washington Licensed Social Worker Associate & Independent Clinical (LSWAIC)

Position Type: Full-Time Temporary
Full Time Employee: Yes
Primary Shift: Day
Work Schedule: Day