LMSW - Pediatric Therapy
About The Position
This job engages in advanced clinical social work practice in the medical setting based on the application of social work theory, knowledge, ethics and methods to restore or enhance, social, psychosocial or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations and communities. Applies specialized clinical knowledge and advanced clinical skills in the areas of prevention, assessment and treatment of mental, emotional, behavioral and addictive disorders; engages in multi-disciplinary treatment planning and clinical social work duties and coordinates and implements complex discharge plans through the use of the company and community-based services. This position is enrolled in an Ochnser Workforce Development program and is required to practice only under the supervision of an LCSW-BACS employed by the organization. This role will complete 3000 hours of supervised clinical work, plus 96 hours of face to face LCSW-BACS supervision.
Requirements
- Master's in social work (MSW)
- Must practice only under the supervision of an LCSW-BACS employed by the organization.
- Must complete 3000 hours of supervised clinical work, plus 96 hours of face to face LCSW-BACS supervision.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years in a healthcare setting
Responsibilities
- Conducts patient assessment interviews, provides referrals and coordinates discharge plans
- Identifies and provides helpful resources to patients and families
- Maintains patient records and documents and communicates critical information to the medical team
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge and required certifications through continuing education and development
- Utilizes management resources
- Participates in on-call rotation
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
- Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards
- This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
