Social Worker (LICSW or LMHC)

Social Worker (LICSW or LMHC) – Evaluation & Treatment Center

Location: Centralia, WA
Start Date: January 26, 2026 (NEO: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)

Compensation & Schedule

Local Pay: $60/hour
Travel Package: $36.50/hour (36 hours) + $770/week housing + $476/week meals
- Total Weekly Gross (Travel): $2,560
Openings: 6 Social Workers (3 Day Shift, 3 Night Shift)
Shifts:
- Day: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Night: 10:00 PM – 10:30 AM

Overview

Amergis is partnering with Cascade to staff a brand-new 23-hour Evaluation & Treatment (E&T) Center in Centralia, WA. This site functions as a Psychiatric Emergency Room (Psych ER) for acute behavioral health needs. Patients may stay up to 23 hours and 59 minutes; if not ready for discharge, they transition to Cascade’s Inpatient Treatment (IP) unit.

This is a new build and launch—ideal for Social Workers who thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity environments and are comfortable with process evolution during start-up. Staff must be prepared for early-stage policy changes, process improvement, and occasional operational speedbumps. Per the E&T model, the site must accept ~97% of patients brought in, turning away only those with significant injuries requiring alternate care.

All staff will begin as Amergis temporary employees with a planned temp-to-perm transition once operations stabilize.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive intake assessments upon admission, including risk evaluations and diagnostic impressions.
Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals; update plans based on daily progress.
Provide direct client care through individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care).
Deliver crisis intervention and support behavioral/medical emergency response when needed.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (psychiatrists, APRNs/PAs, RNs, MAs, Case Managers, SUD professionals) to integrate care.
Participate in daily huddles, case reviews, and team meetings to ensure continuity.
Facilitate discharge planning, coordinating referrals to outpatient/community services.
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the EHR, ensuring HIPAA compliance and adherence to accreditation standards.
Uphold ethical and legal standards, contribute to quality improvement, training, and supervision.
Engage in ongoing professional development, including LICSW supervision (if applicable) and continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications

Active Washington licensure as LICSW or LMHC (master’s degree required).
Demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care.
Proficiency with CBT and DBT modalities.
Experience conducting intake assessments, risk evaluation, and treatment planning.
Background in high-acuity settings such as Psych ER and/or Inpatient Psychiatry with crisis stabilization experience.
Strong teamwork, communication, documentation, and clinical judgment skills.
Comfortable working with law enforcement (patient transport and coordination).
BLS (or facility-required life support certification) by start date.
Ability to work 12.5-hour shifts and adapt to dynamic workflows during start-up.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience opening new wards or E&T centers.
Proven track record of process improvement, leadership, and resilience (grit).
Familiarity with de-escalation techniques and legal frameworks for involuntary treatment.

Staffing Model (for Context)

(6) Psychiatric APRNs/PAs
(6) Mental Health Professionals (LICSW/LMHC)
(6) Substance Use Disorder Professionals
(6) Registered Nurses
(6) Medical Assistants
(6) Case Managers

About the Launch

Cascade go-live date: February 2, 2026
Orientation (NEO): Week prior, M–F, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Expect a fast-paced environment with evolving policies and procedures.

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker collaborates with themulti-disciplinary team to provide input in the development of the plan of carefor those patients/clients requiring social work intervention. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker providescounseling and crisis intervention to patients/clients who have social oremotional problems in a variety of settings across the age span.

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree in Social Work from a school of social workaccredited by the Council on Social Work Education required
Active license as an LCSW in state of practice required
Minimum of one year of social work experience preferred
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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