LCSW supervision
Also written as: LCSW — Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Required clinical oversight provided to pre-licensed social workers by Licensed Clinical Social Workers.
Full Definition
LCSW supervision refers to the structured clinical oversight and training provided by Licensed Clinical Social Workers to social work interns and pre-licensed practitioners. This supervision includes case consultation, skills development, ethical guidance, and documentation review required for licensure. In psychiatric settings, LCSW supervisors must document supervision hours, learning objectives, and competency assessments according to state licensing board requirements.
Usage
Usage note: LCSW requires no periods and should be capitalized when referring to the license type.
In Context
- "The social work intern receives two hours of LCSW supervision weekly to discuss complex cases." — Supervision documentation
- "LCSW supervision records must be maintained for state licensing board review and audit purposes." — Compliance documentation