School Based Health Social Worker - LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC Required - Part Time

Bassett Healthcare•Gilbertsville, NY

23d•$36 - $54

About The Position

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) performs intake assessments and comprehensive evaluations, develops treatment plans, and provides psychotherapy. Psychotherapy may include individual, family, couple and group psychotherapy per department needs. (SBHC/Dept of Health regulations)

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work, required
Minimum of 6 years of post Master's in Social Work experience, under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or other recognized professional is required
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) with the "R" credential by the New York State Department of Education is required
Computer Skills
Advocacy
Analysis & Evaluation
Accountability
Build Relationships
Time Management
Interacting with People
Logical Thinking
Maintain Confidentiality
Motivation
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.
Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping
Occasional fit testing
Frequent hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, walking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)
Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
Occasional extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors
Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

Provides psychotherapy on an outpatient basis to individuals, and groups in accordance with Office of Mental Health accepted standards of care and department procedures
Completes intake assessments and comprehensive assessments, including diagnostic formulations and preliminary treatment goals, objectives, and methods, within 30 days of referral, as per New York State Office of Mental Health rules and regulations
Provides therapeutic interventions, including individual, and group therapy, and parent counseling and/or family sessions for persons enrolled in the SBHC and referred for mental health counseling
Documents all 100% of patient contacts according to New York State Office of Mental Health rules and regulations and in accordance with hospital policies and practices
Performs outpatient emergency or urgent evaluations as needed, and facilitates urgent care including hospitalization, as needed
Functions as a member of the outpatient SBHC clinical treatment team
Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and community support services as required
Maintains ongoing patient records, documents therapeutic interventions and progress in achieving treatment goals
Communicates clearly with patient, families as applicable and other treating providers for coordination of treatment goals and objectives.
Treats patients, colleagues, and other staff with cooperation, compassion, and respect
Conducts self in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in this field
Attends supervision deemed by licensure on a regular basis
Functions in accordance with department standards for billing of services
Provides coder/analyst with timely, accurate, and adequate billing information following each patient appointment, including correct diagnostic and CPT codes.
Provides qualified third-party payors with timely and accurate clinical information, in accordance with all New York State and Federal confidentiality guidelines, to ensure ongoing authorization and payment for care
Maintains New York State licensure/certification
Maintains the integrity of the patient's confidentiality throughout the course of treatment
Abides by all current requirements of patient confidentiality
Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed