Licensed Clinical Social Worker

DAWSON

. Perform brief, evidence-based virtual individual and/or group counseling for low to moderate acuity patients with acute mental health conditions .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $78,000 - $92,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in virtual individual and group counseling for patients with acute mental health conditions, utilizing evidence-based practices and comprehensive treatment planning. Proficient in conducting bio-psychosocial evaluations and managing outpatient medical records in compliance with regulatory standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In Social WorkClinical Social Work LicenseVirtual Counseling ExperienceBio-Psychosocial EvaluationsBehavioral Health Treatment Plans

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Evidence-Based CounselingTreatment Plan DevelopmentClinical JudgmentActive Duty ProfilesMedical Evaluation Board EvaluationsFitness For Duty DeterminationsPsychotherapyPatient Chart UpdatesRegulatory ComplianceCase Summaries Preparation

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationClinical JudgmentContinuous Quality ImprovementAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record SystemsVirtual Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

TRICARE RequirementsMental Health ConditionsSOPsBehavioral Health Service LineMilitary Health System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform brief, evidence-based virtual individual and/or group counseling for low to moderate acuity patients with acute mental health conditions
Develop, monitor, and document comprehensive treatment plans
Consult the DSM to identify symptoms, make diagnoses, and develop therapeutic or treatment plans
Exercise clinical judgment within the licensure area and support the behavioral health service line
Prepare and maintain convenience files, outpatient medical records, and inpatient record documentation according to SOPs
Prepare case summaries and correspondence using the approved electronic medical record
Explain TRICARE requirements and benefits to assigned caseload
Recommend hospitalization when applicable and determine service members' fitness for duty
Assess and complete Active Duty Profiles, MEB evaluations, MSEs, command consultations, and other administrative processes for Air Force, Army, and Navy personnel
Prepare reports for evaluations according to applicable regulations
Attend staff meetings for case discussion, continuing education, continuous quality improvement, and safety
Update patient charts and information within 72 business hours after appointments, or by close of business for high-visibility or higher-acuity patients
Follow SOP duty limitations and weapons access assessment procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree (or higher degree) in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Two years of post-graduate experience as a Clinical Social Worker using virtual platforms to perform bio-psychosocial evaluations; develop behavioral health treatment plans; administer Active Duty Profiles; Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) evaluations; fitness for duty determinations; and provide psychotherapy
Candidates with less than two years of experience using virtual platforms will be considered
Preferred experience as a Clinical Social Worker using virtual platforms within the MHS; virtual health experience outside the MHS is acceptable
Current, active, valid, unrestricted clinical license to practice Clinical Social Work independently, offered by a U.S. State, District of Columbia, commonwealth, territory or jurisdiction
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross
Must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges
Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: None
Internship/Residency: None
Board Certification: None

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) program with employer match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible work environment
Critical illness coverage
Accident insurance
Identity theft coverage
Pet insurance
Credentialing and clinical privileges support
BLS certification through the American Red Cross must be maintained by the contractor