What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Therapist, Crystal Lake position at Mercyhealth?
Overview
Job Profile SummaryConsults and coordinates care of patient with physician, program coordinator and agencies. Assesses treatment planning and progress. Prepares treatment plan and goals for each individual patient/resident. Provides crisis, assessments and intervention. Maintains pertinent patient data in medical record in accordance with state and guidelines. Offers in-service education programs and functions as a resource to other staff and the community as needed. Participates in development and selection of patient education materials and services. Provides individual, family, and group therapy for residents and assists other staff with group materials. Performs other duties as assigned.Responsibilities
- Investigates case situations and presents information to Psychiatrist and other members of health team, on patient's family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.
- Helps patients to respond constructively to treatment and assist in adjusting leading to and following discharge. Interprets psychiatric treatment to patient's family and helps to reduce fear and other attitudes obstructing acceptance of psychiatric care and continuation of treatment.
- Serves as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community.
- Works directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups, in consultation with Psychiatrist and program coordinator. Refers patient or patient's family to other community resources
Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
Education and Experience
Master's degree in Behavioral Health field and appropriate level of field experience and coursework.
Certification/Licensure
Licensed in one of the three state licenses (LMFT, LCSW, LPC) or a higher designation.
