Job Description
Job Description
Provides Thorough Psychosocial Evaluations and Assessment of Patient and Family Needs
- Interviews patient / family
- Continually assesses social and emotional functioning and patient / family adjustment to illness / injury / problem
- Identifies and plans for treatment of current or potential adjustment difficulties
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to thoroughly assess and provide care appropriate to the patients served
- Demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
- Collects, assesses, and interprets data reflective of the patient’s status and identifies each patient’s needs relative to patient’s age and developmental level
- Identifies cultural, socioeconomic, religious, and other factors that may impact treatment
- Provides information and helps educate patient / family
- Provides appropriate referrals to link patient / family with resources, services, and opportunities
- Reports any suspected abuse or neglect issues, as per Florida State statues
- Competently and consistently completes accurate, concise legible documentation in a timely manner in patient records in accordance with department guidelines
Develops Psychosocial Treatment Plan for Patient when Appropriate
Uses information obtained from psychosocial assessment and by other team members to develop a treatment plan specific for patient / family needsInvolves patient / family in the development of the treatment planProvides direction as needed to other team members, as required, regarding services to patient / familyFacilitates Transition to Next Level of Care
Ensures continuity of care through collaboration with healthcare teamMaintains contact with patient / family throughout treatment to adapt discharge planning to changing needsMakes referrals based upon ongoing psychosocial assessmentCommunicates with service providers to help patient / family obtain needed services (advocacy)Provides Clinical Counseling / Therapy for Patients and Families when Appropriate
LCSW’s can initiate Baker Act 52. All clinicians can process a Baker Act 32 and act as liaison with the court systemConducts cognitive screenings to assist with formation with DSMV diagnosis and treatmentProvides appropriate clinical counseling / therapy which may include individual, group and / or family therapyProvides individual and family crisis intervention where appropriateFacilitates optimal adjustment to problems identified in clinical psychosocial treatment planProvides psycho-education information to patient and family when appropriateCollaborates with healthcare team in promoting and providing mental health education and wellness initiativesProvides as appropriate, relaxation and stress management interventions or techniquesProvides Quality Patient / Family Care of all age Groups
Encourages patient / family participation in care and empowers patient / family whenever possibleHelps explain procedures, therapies, systems, and treatment plans in age / developmental / educational specific psychosocial needsProvides treatment appropriate for patient / family’s age, developmental level, educational level, and specific psychosocial needsDemonstrates a positive professional attitude and cooperatively and constructively relates to all patients, families, guests, and other healthcare membersRespects and supports patient / family rights and advocates for patient / familyMaintains confidentiality in accordance with department policy and professional standardsProficiently organizes individual workload and sets appropriate priorities based on patient’s needs, treatment plan, and department policy and standardsAlways maintains patient safetyAttends patient rounds as indicatedPractices and Promotes Positive Client Relations
Consistently follows Commitment to Excellence StandardsDemonstrates sound professional judgment by identifying risk management issues and ethical conflicts. Addresses with appropriate disciplines as indicated.Addresses and seeks to rectify patient, family, guest complaints / concernsFacilitates productivity, team building, and high team morale in the department and organizationOther Related Functions
Effectively and efficiently uses human resources, time, equipment, and suppliesProvides coverage for other Clinicians as neededPerforms other duties, as assignedEducation / Training
Master’s Degree from an accredited program in Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required.
Licensure / Certification
They need to be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMH) or a Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor (LMFC).
Experience
Three years related experience to include one year of HIV experience.
Essential Technical / Motor Skills
Precise eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity.
Essential Mental Abilities
Knowledgeable and competent to perform all essential functions. Moderate exposure to stress and mental fatigue.
Essential Sensory Requirements
Ability to perform all essential functions visually and audibly.
Essential Physical Requirements
Sufficient strength to lift, pull, or push light to heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
Exposure to Hazards
Exposure to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids and chemical products.
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