Inpatient Behavioral Health Clinician - LICSW

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

Senior Adult Unit | Addison Gilbert Hospital – Gloucester, MA

Be the clinical voice that helps seniors—and their families—navigate healing, stability, and recovery.

Addison Gilbert Hospital’s Senior Adult Unit is seeking a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who is passionate about advocating for older adults and guiding patients through meaningful, therapeutic transitions in care. This is a highly collaborative role where your clinical judgment, leadership, and compassion directly impact patient outcomes.

🌟 Why This Role Matters

On our Senior Adult Unit, patients often face complex medical, emotional, and social challenges. You’ll play a critical role in coordinating care, supporting recovery, and ensuring safe, thoughtful transitions, all while working within a supportive, interdisciplinary team that values your expertise.

🩺 What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver safe, therapeutic treatment for patients on the Senior Adult Unit
• Conduct ongoing psychosocial and case management assessments
• Advocate for patient needs and communicate effectively with the treatment team
• Identify and address barriers to discharge and treatment transitions
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with families, insurers, and community providers
• Facilitate individual and group therapeutic interventions to support recovery and prevent relapse
• Educate patients and families on illness, treatment options, and recovery pathways
• Maintain accurate documentation and clinical records
• Participate in clinical and administrative meetings that support quality patient care
• Work closely with reimbursement partners to optimize high‑quality, patient‑centered care

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling
• Current Massachusetts LICSW required
• Prior clinical leadership experience or demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong skills in:
  • Individual case management & managed care
  • Motivational Interviewing and short‑term treatment models
  • De‑escalation and restraint management techniques
  • Psychosocial assessment and treatment planning
  • Brief family interventions
• Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast‑paced inpatient environment

💙 Why Addison Gilbert Hospital?

At Addison Gilbert Hospital, you’ll experience the impact of community-based care with the support of a respected health system. Our Senior Adult Unit values teamwork, professionalism, and compassion—creating an environment where both patients and clinicians thrive.

👉 Apply today and bring your clinical expertise to a team that truly values your voice and your impact.