Clinical Therapist

Trinity Health•Dubuque, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Consistent with the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Professional Licensure Standards, the Psychiatric Unit Therapist is a member of the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center multi-disciplinary treatment team and is accountable for the delivery of holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective care demonstrated using the core functions of practice associated in a clinical role. The Psychiatric Unit Therapist is a member of the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center multi-disciplinary treatment team and is accountable for the delivery of holistic, compassionate, individualized, and effective care demonstrated using the core functions of practice associated in a clinical role. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

Requirements

Master’s Degree: LMHC or LISW preferred, will consider LMSW (Supervision available).
Field of Study: Social Work or Psychology
Licensure in the state of Iowa
Excellent communication, listening and writing skills.
Solid understanding of behavioral health disorders and symptoms in the DSM 5.
Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Responsibilities

Establish a positive, trusting rapport with patients and/or families.
Conduct thorough bio-psycho-social assessments.
Provide individual, group and/or family counseling and educational sessions for both patients and family members.
Monitor participation and progress in the program to ensure the planned provision of services.
Prepare and maintain electronic patient records consistent with rules and regulations.
Assure compliance with all regulatory rules and regulations including HIPAA, 42 C.F.R, IDPH, Joint Commission, etc.
Consult, confer and coordinate with members of the multi-disciplinary team for psychiatric services including the psychiatrists, nurses, case managers, social workers, etc.
Create, implement, and monitor individual patient treatment plans according to needs and circumstances while revising/updating them as appropriate.
Coordinate with area agencies and resources to offer holistic care for patients while minimizing potential barriers, referring patients when necessary.
Demonstrate patience, compassion, and motivation in a high-energy and demanding environment.
Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.
Maintains a professional, collaborative work environment to foster a positive public image for MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.
Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical.
Practice within the legal scope of a professional counselor as outlined by the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Professional Licensure and retain accountability for one’s own counseling practice.
Utilize research and evidence-based practice standards in the delivery of patient care.
Continuously seek out opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative problem solving.
Support and participate in shared leadership and interdisciplinary decision-making.
Demonstrate ethical conduct and practice consistent with the American Counselor Association (ACA) or National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics.