Licensed Clinical Social Worker

About Pediatric Associates of Alexandria

At PAA, we believe that a child’s mental and physical health are inseparable. Our integrated care model embeds licensed mental health clinicians directly within our pediatric practice, giving patients and families seamless access to therapy alongside their medical care. We are a collaborative, clinician-centered team committed to evidence-based practice, and we invest in the professional growth of every person on our staff.

This is an opportunity to build meaningful and therapeutic relationships with children and adolescents in a warm, multidisciplinary setting — without the isolation of private practice or the bureaucracy of a hospital system.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate LCSW to join our mental health team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive outpatient therapy to pediatric patients and their families, collaborate closely with our physicians and care team, and contribute to the continued development of our mental health program. You will carry a versatile caseload, conduct diagnostic assessments, and serve as a clinical resource for both colleagues and families navigating complex psychosocial needs.

What You’ll Do

Clinical Care

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for pediatric patients and their families.
• Provide ongoing individual and family therapy using short term solution-focused, trauma-informed, and other evidence-based modalities.
• Monitor treatment progress and adapt interventions as needed to support patient goals.
• Manage a varied patient caseload in coordination with the Mental Health Lead Therapist.

Team Collaboration

• Partners with physicians, nurse practitioners, and care coordinators to deliver integrated, whole-child care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case consultations and contribute clinical expertise to care planning.
• Facilitate warm handoffs and referrals to community-based services and specialists when appropriate.
• Support patients and families through transitions between care settings.

Documentation & Compliance

• Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner within our secure Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Virginia Board of Social Work standards, and PAA policies and procedures.

Community & Program Development

• Contribute to community education initiatives and family-facing resources developed by the mental health team.
• Provide clinical consultation to staff members as requested, including those without clinical training backgrounds.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Active LCSW licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia (or eligibility to obtain within 90 days of hire).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Comfort managing an independent caseload in a team-based clinical environment.

Preferred

• 3–5+ years of post-licensure clinical experience, ideally with children, adolescents, or families.
• Experience in a pediatric, primary care, or integrated care setting.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly valued.

We welcome applications from LCSWs at all career stages. If you are newly licensed and deeply motivated to work with a pediatric population, we encourage you to apply and discuss our supervision and mentorship offerings.

Why Join PAA?

• Collaborative, supportive team with regular peer consultation and supervision.
• Integrated care model — you’ll work alongside medical providers including physicians, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
• Professional development budget including CEU reimbursement and separate PTO for educational activities.
• Stable, growing practice with a strong community reputation.
• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.