POSITION SUMMARY The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) provides clinical social work services to patients and their families within the clinic setting. Counsels and provides crisis intervention for patients of all ages, including diagnosing and treating mental and emotional disorders, including addictive disorders. Provides counseling, and uses evidence-based treatments, therapy and/or psychotherapy to patients in individual and group settings (this may include interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapy). The LCSW, LMFT, or LPC assist with patient care via coordination of mental health and social services, psychotherapy and provision of support and coaching.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: National Provider Identifier, master’s degree in mental health related field with licensure. Current Oregon license: LPC, LFMT, or LCSW
Preferred: Two years relevant post-master’s experience; acute care experience
Cert: LCSW/LPC/LMFT
TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
Light physical demand capabilities and advanced cognitive skills necessary to perform essential job functions. Prioritizes work demands and organizes time efficiently. Works effectively as a team member and as a motivated individual. Makes appropriate judgments and can support decisions even in stressful situations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Uses age-appropriate assessment and intervention skills. Able to use a range of interventions, depending upon the needs of the patient/family.
• Promotes multi-disciplinary care that is patient-centered and considers all aspects of members personal, psychological, economic, and cultural needs.
• Completes required documentation of services and Social Work plan of care.
• Participates in case management duties and administrative meetings.
• Participates in clinic supervision and seeks peer consultation as needed.
• Maintain relationships with and knowledge of community services related to behavioral medicine.
• Works in collaboration with members of the healthcare team, patient, and family.
• Communicates clearly, openly, accurately and in a timely manner with patients, family members, and healthcare team members regarding patient status and progress.
• Maintains confidentiality in patient care in accordance with HIPPA, clinic, and professional standards.
• Supports organizational, departmental, and other team goals in a proactive manner for overall organizational improvement. Protects dignity, privacy, and confidentiality of patients and work-related information. Adheres to Sky Lakes Medical Center’s Business Priorities and Core Values.
MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS