LCSW (independent) for Hurlburt Field, FL

Job description

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Hurlburt Field, FL
USSOCOM | Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) Programs Support Contract

Position Overview:
Provide behavioral health services within an operational unit to support the mental health and resilience of U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) and their families.

Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat psychological and neuropsychological disorders using interviews, behavioral assessments, and evidence-based therapies.
Provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy; couples therapy; and alcohol and drug treatment evaluations.
Conduct applied research and clinical investigations in social work and behavioral health.
Consult with medical personnel, legal authorities, military commanders, and school districts, as required.
Maintain accurate patient notes, paper/electronic medical records, registries, and evaluation/treatment reports; support case management and treatment adherence.
Use validated symptom inventories, identify treatment barriers, educate patients on conditions and treatment, and staff difficult cases with referring providers and clinical consultants.
Attend professional meetings, staff conferences, quality improvement and commander's staff meetings, and required DoD/service training.
Follow DoD/service clinical practice guidelines and participate in military-specific activities, including pre-/post-deployment screening, PTSD, and combat stress.
Provide clinical supervision to unlicensed providers or trainees, as applicable.

Required Qualifications:
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance.
MSW, MSSW, or MSSA from a graduate school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Current, unrestricted independent clinical social work license in any U.S. state, D.C., Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Maintain good-standing credentialing at a local Military Treatment Facility (MTF) and obtain/maintain clinical practice privileges.
At least two (2) years of current post-licensure independent clinical social work experience in a mental health setting. DoD or VA MTF experience preferred.
Working knowledge of clinical social work standards and ethics, including brief behavioral interventions.
Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. No substitutions or exceptions.
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status.
Fluent oral and written English communication skills.
Ability to comply with Safety, Health and Environmental and Quality Assurance plans, policies, and procedures; maintain regular, acceptable attendance; complete required training; and perform other assigned duties.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior military and/or SOF experience.
Government experience, such as a DoD or Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) MTF.
Substance abuse/disorder treatment experience.

Operational Environment:
Duties may require riding in watercraft, aircraft, and other vehicles used by special operations units to better understand members’ physical and mental environments and provide targeted support. Personnel may also prepare papers, reports, or presentations for webpages, periodicals, or government-sponsored meetings, conferences, and symposia. All contract data and materials are U.S. Government property under applicable contract clauses.

About Choctaw: Choctaw Staffing Solutions (CSS) provides licensed, credentialed healthcare professionals and behavioral health and administrative services in support of the U.S. Government.

EEO: Choctaw is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

This description provides a general overview and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Essential functions may change based on business needs.

• Full-Time; Long-Term
• Diverse Clinical Practice
• Mission-Driven Work