Licensed Clinical Social Worker
About The Position
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serves as a Center Mental Health Consultant (CMHC) supporting the Hawaii Job Corps Center. This role focuses on providing prevention, assessment, short-term counseling, and case management services to adolescents and young adults enrolled in the Job Corps program. Site Location: Hawaii Job Corps Center (Hawaii) Work Schedule: Minimum 21 hours/week up to 42.2 hours/week Schedule determined by center needs prior to start date May include adjusted schedules during emergencies (e.g., weather, pandemic) Employment Type: Independent Contractor Population Served: Adolescents and young adults (primarily disadvantaged backgrounds) The LCSW works collaboratively with the Health and Wellness team to address mental health barriers impacting student success and employability. Position is contingent upon contract award.
Requirements
- Education: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted LCSW license in the state of Hawaii
- Experience: Minimum 1 year as an independent practitioner
- Experience working with adolescents and young adults
- Ability to practice independently (no supervision required)
- Background check clearance
- Professional liability insurance
- Strong collaboration and case management skills
Nice To Haves
- Work in schools, correctional settings, military, or similar environments
- Experience with disadvantaged populations
Responsibilities
- Conduct mental health assessments for applicants and enrolled students
- Review applicant files and participate in: File Review Team (FRT) Disability Accommodation Committee (DAC)
- Evaluate mental health stability and recommend: Program admission Accommodation needs Referral or denial recommendations (as appropriate)
- Develop and implement individualized case management plans
- Identify barriers to employability and create targeted interventions
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff (counselors, medical staff, TEAP specialists)
- Participate in regular case conferences and follow-ups
- Provide short-term counseling using an EAP (Employee Assistance Program) model
- Deliver crisis intervention and emergency mental health evaluations
- Refer students to off-center providers for long-term or specialized care
- Support students on psychotropic medications in coordination with medical staff
- Work closely with: Health and Wellness Director Counseling staff Center Physician and nursing team
- Provide consultation and training to staff on mental health topics
- Assist in developing student support strategies and interventions
- Conduct: Orientation presentations for new students Annual center-wide mental health initiatives
- Promote awareness on topics such as stress, depression, and crisis response
- Establish and maintain referral networks with community providers
- Coordinate services with external agencies (e.g., psychiatric facilities, vocational rehab)
