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Licensed Independent Social Worker - Psychiatric Associates

Mercy Health·Lima, Ohio

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 day ago
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About the role

The Licensed Independent Social Worker provides advanced clinical services including assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy to patients and families. They work within an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours

  • 40
  • Work
  • Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Licensed Independent Social Worker –
  • Lima
  • Medical
  • Office
  • Building 770
  • W
  • High
  • Job
  • Summary: The Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) provides advanced clinical social work services to patients, families, and groups across the continuum of care. This role is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and care coordination. The LISW works independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to support the emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial needs of patients, while ensuring compliance with state licensure laws, ethical standards, and organizational policies.
  • Essential
  • Functions: Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans. Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy. Deliver crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning as needed. Diagnose and treat mental health disorders within scope of practice. Coordinate referrals to community resources, support services, and higher levels of care when appropriate. Document all patient encounters in accordance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

  • Master’s degree in
  • Social
  • Work (MSW) (required)
  • Required
  • Licensing &
  • Certifications: ​Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed as a Clinical Social
  • Worker (LCSW) as required in state of practice (required)
  • Experience: 2 years in social or human services setting, including direct practice, assessment, and treatment planning. (required)
  • Skills &
  • Abilities:
  • Hard/Tech/Clinical
  • Skills: Debriefing Motivational interviewing Patient Centered care Care planning Performing medical and safety screenings Technology proficiency Documentation Basic data analytics ​
  • Soft/Interpersonal
  • Skills: ​​​​​Working within an interdisciplinary team De-escalation
  • Collaboration with community organizations
  • Virtual interaction
  • Training: None Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Psychiatric Associates It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Social Work and possess a valid LISW or LCSW license. A minimum of two years of experience in a social or human services setting is required.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Documentation
  • De-escalation
  • Treatment planning
  • Psychotherapy
  • Care coordination
  • Crisis intervention
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Patient centered care
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Data analytics
  • Medical screening
  • Safety screening

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral bonuses
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Parental leave
  • Competitive pay
  • Professional development
  • Prescription coverage
  • Continuing education support
  • Incentives
  • 403(b) with employer contributions
  • Mental health resources
  • FMLA leave
  • Backup care for children and elders
  • HSA/FSA options

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Lima, Ohio
Posted
Jul 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Mercy Health

Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) is a global Catholic health ministry operating in the United States, Ireland and the Philippines. A $14 billion organization, BSMH delivers care and health services through 47 hospitals and a network of approximately 60,000 associates, including...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.

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