What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Mental Health Specialist position at Geisinger?
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Mental Health Specialist to join our team at Geisinger. As a key member of our Outpatient Pediatrics department, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to children and families.
Responsibilities
Requirements
Benefits
We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Mental Health Specialist to join our team at Geisinger. As a key member of our Outpatient Pediatrics department, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to children and families.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient needs and develop personalized treatment plans to facilitate improved patient functioning and symptom resolution.
- Provide individual, family, couple, and group psychotherapy as deemed clinically appropriate.
- Collaborate with the psychiatry team and other healthcare professionals to design and implement clinical programs.
- Evaluate ongoing biopsychosocial needs of patients, identifying areas for improvement and determining effective treatment plans.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field required.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensure in Pennsylvania is essential.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- A strong understanding of child development, mental health principles, and evidence-based treatments.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage from day one.
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
