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Social Worker (LCSW) Resume Example

A strong social worker (lcsw) resume gets the recruiter to the point in seconds. This example follows the structure hiring managers actually scan — headline first, quantifiable wins next, credentials last — and you can copy it in one click.

What recruiters look for

License (LCSW, LMSW, LICSW) up top with state
Population served and caseload size
Modalities named — CBT, DBT, EMDR
Supervisor experience differentiates for senior roles

Frequently asked questions

Include CEUs?

Only recent trauma-focused or evidence-based modalities.

Private practice on the side?

Yes if consistent — it shows entrepreneurship and clinical depth.

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Sasha Patel, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · Community Mental Health

sasha@example.com+1 555 000 0100Chicago, IL

Summary

LCSW with 8 years in community mental health. Manage a caseload of 45 adults with SMI diagnoses and supervise 3 pre-licensed clinicians toward LCSW.

Experience

Social Worker (LCSW) · Thresholds

2021 — Present · Chicago, IL

Manage caseload of 45 adults with SMI diagnoses — CBT, DBT, and case management.
Supervise 3 pre-licensed clinicians toward LCSW — 2 already licensed.
Zero client hospitalizations from panel in 2024 vs agency baseline of 2.4/clinician.

Education

University of Chicago · MSW

2016 — 2020 · Chicago, IL

Skills

Individual therapy (CBT, DBT)Case managementTrauma-informed careCrisis interventionMotivational interviewingEHR (Credible)

Languages

English (Native)