Air Force AFSC · Medical
42SX Clinical Social Worker
Overview
A Clinical Social Worker addresses the social aspects of health and helps individuals improve their quality of life. This officer diagnoses various issues and provides guidance and counseling to Airmen and their families.
Core Skills
- clinical assessment and diagnosis
- case management and documentation
- treatment planning
- crisis intervention
- confidentiality and privacy compliance
- interdisciplinary team collaboration
- program development and evaluation
- counseling and interviewing
- empathy and active listening
- ethical decision making
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Teams
- Zoom
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Google Meet
Civilian Career Paths
- Behavioral Health
- Public Health
- Training and Education
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- BLS
Also Common
- State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Board Certified-Telemental Health Provider
- Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS)
- Certification in Thanatology (CT)
What the Work Involves
- Advocate for clients or patients to resolve crises.
- Educate clients about end-of-life symptoms and options to assist them in making informed decisions.
- Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs.
- Refer patient, client, or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.
- Utilize consultation data and social work experience to plan and coordinate client or patient care and rehabilitation, following through to ensure service efficacy.
Related Occupations
- Marriage and Family Therapists
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
- Rehabilitation Counselors
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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