About Jefferson

Nationally ranked,Jefferson, which is principally located in the greaterPhiladelphiaregion and southernNew Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value.Jeffersonis more than 42,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of SidneyKimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top healthcare systems in the country and the largest provider in thePhiladelphiaarea, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 17 hospitals and more than 160 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plansis a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options inPennsylvaniaandNew Jerseyfor more than 35 years.

Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.

Master#39;s Degree in Social Work
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Minimum of 2 years of experience required

The Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician (LCSW) is embedded within primary and specialty care teams to work directly with the team to assess individuals with behavioral health and/or substance use issues and to provide brief treatment services within the primary/specialty care setting. The LCSW is directly involved in the process of assessment, planning, implementation, facilitation, monitoring, and evaluation of the options and services required to meet an individual#39;s health needs. They are patient advocates and counselors, perform psychosocial assessments, and refer patients and families to community resources. Through communication and identification of available resources, the LCSW participates in the promotion of quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, cost-effective care delivery, and safe transition of care. The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about gender-nonconforming identities and expressions, and the assessment and treatment of gender dysphoria, including the evaluation of patients for surgical clearance as appropriate.

As an employer, the Jefferson Enterprise maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.