What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Clinical Social Worker position at Loyola Medicine?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Loyola University & Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a LCPC/LCSW in the Outpatient Counseling Clinic - Berwyn, Illinois. The Behavioral Health team is seeking future colleagues with a passion to provide advanced behavioral health knowledge and skills including direct and indirect assessment and care to patients and families, crisis intervention, support group facilitation, behavioral health education and problem solving in all clinical care areas.
This position will offer support to the different areas within the department.
Inpatient
Completes Level of Care (psychosocial assessment) and participates in the development of the individual treatment plan on all inpatients. Regularly consults with attending psychiatrists regarding patients' condition throughout treatment. Participates in weekly clinical staffing with the treatment team. Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with the treating psychiatrist. Focuses on psychosocial needs of the patient including comprehensive aftercare plans and housing when indicated. Conducts family sessions whenever feasible. Facilitates legal process and documentation for involuntary admissions and medication petitions.
Outpatient
Conducts group therapy sessions and performs case management responsibilities for behavioral health patients participating in intensive outpatient programming. Completes comprehensive psychiatric and substance use assessments to determine patients' individual needs. Continuously evaluates level of risk and protective factors. Collaborates with Psychiatric NP and Psychiatrist regarding treatment planning, discharge planning and clinical staffing for all patients. Conducts in-services, provides patient referrals, and completes insurance pre-authorizations and utilization review process. Provides crisis intervention as necessary.
Assessment & Referral
Provides psychiatric and substance use assessments, crisis intervention and consultation to the Emergency Department and nursing units. Responds in person and via telephone to those in behavioral health crises. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families who are in acute distress. Determines appropriate level of care through the assessment process. Facilitates admissions to psychiatric treatment or provides appropriate outpatient referrals when indicated. Completes eligibility/benefit verifications and insurance pre-authorizations. Consults with on-call psychiatrist on all patients. Coordinates incoming transfers to Behavioral Health units from other facilities. Completes legal paperwork prior to admission. Collaborates with nursing staff regarding patients' medical needs and placement on appropriate inpatient psychiatric units.
Qualifications
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
Trinity Health Benefits Summary
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
00552792
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Loyola University & Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a LCPC/LCSW in the Outpatient Counseling Clinic - Berwyn, Illinois. The Behavioral Health team is seeking future colleagues with a passion to provide advanced behavioral health knowledge and skills including direct and indirect assessment and care to patients and families, crisis intervention, support group facilitation, behavioral health education and problem solving in all clinical care areas.
This position will offer support to the different areas within the department.
Inpatient
Completes Level of Care (psychosocial assessment) and participates in the development of the individual treatment plan on all inpatients. Regularly consults with attending psychiatrists regarding patients' condition throughout treatment. Participates in weekly clinical staffing with the treatment team. Coordinates discharge planning in conjunction with the treating psychiatrist. Focuses on psychosocial needs of the patient including comprehensive aftercare plans and housing when indicated. Conducts family sessions whenever feasible. Facilitates legal process and documentation for involuntary admissions and medication petitions.
Outpatient
Conducts group therapy sessions and performs case management responsibilities for behavioral health patients participating in intensive outpatient programming. Completes comprehensive psychiatric and substance use assessments to determine patients' individual needs. Continuously evaluates level of risk and protective factors. Collaborates with Psychiatric NP and Psychiatrist regarding treatment planning, discharge planning and clinical staffing for all patients. Conducts in-services, provides patient referrals, and completes insurance pre-authorizations and utilization review process. Provides crisis intervention as necessary.
Assessment & Referral
Provides psychiatric and substance use assessments, crisis intervention and consultation to the Emergency Department and nursing units. Responds in person and via telephone to those in behavioral health crises. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families who are in acute distress. Determines appropriate level of care through the assessment process. Facilitates admissions to psychiatric treatment or provides appropriate outpatient referrals when indicated. Completes eligibility/benefit verifications and insurance pre-authorizations. Consults with on-call psychiatrist on all patients. Coordinates incoming transfers to Behavioral Health units from other facilities. Completes legal paperwork prior to admission. Collaborates with nursing staff regarding patients' medical needs and placement on appropriate inpatient psychiatric units.
Qualifications
- Master's degree required in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work
- Certification/Licensure: Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
Trinity Health Benefits Summary
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
00552792
Salary : $30 - $42
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