Licensed master social worker

Job Title: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Location: New York, NY 10016
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
Shift: 4x9-Hour Shifts (Schedule between 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM)

Weekly Pay: $2,646 (Gross)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) for a 13-week assignment within a hospital-based Adult Psychiatric Emergency (CPEP) environment. The LMSW will conduct psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and care coordination for adult patients presenting with acute psychiatric needs.

This is a fast-paced, high-acuity setting that requires strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and crisis evaluations.

• Provide emergency mental health support, counseling, and intervention.

• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals to appropriate community-based resources.

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, and other clinical team members.

• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.

• Support patient stabilization and care transitions within the psychiatric emergency setting.

Required Experience

• Hospital experience required

• Adult Psychiatric Emergency / CPEP experience strongly preferred

• Minimum 1 year of professional social work experience

Required Education

• Master’s Degree in Social Work

Required Licensure / Certification

• Active Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) license in New York State (NYSED)

• Must meet and maintain licensure requirements throughout assignment

Schedule

• 4 shifts per week, 9 hours each

• Work hours fall between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM

• Flexibility required based on unit needs

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.