Social Worker – (LICSW or LMHC)
Pay Rate: $3,266 gross weekly (travel pay) or $65/hr (local pay)
Location: Centralia, WA
Schedule: 4x12s (Sun-Wed); day or night shift
Start Date: Week of 8/2/2026
Key Responsibilities & Environment
- Provide case management, assessment, and therapeutic support services.
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Facilitate individual and group counseling sessions focused on behavioral health, coping skills, and reintegration planning.
- Collaborate with medical providers, custody staff, and behavioral health professionals to support patient care.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency, state, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with discharge planning and coordination of community resources.
- Work in a structured, security-focused environment while maintaining professional boundaries and client-centered care.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
- Washington State LICSW, LASW, LMHC, LMHCA, or equivalent credential preferred.
- Minimum one year of social work, behavioral health, counseling, or case management experience.
- Experience working with justice-involved or underserved populations preferred.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and care coordination.
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass all facility security and background requirements.
Amergis Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Opportunity for contract extension
- Supportive team environment
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to provide input in the development of the plan of care for those patients/clients requiring social work intervention. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides counseling and crisis intervention to patients/clients who have social or emotional problems in a variety of settings across the age span.
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited 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.