What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Counselor - Employee Assistance Program position at Owensboro Medical Health System?
Job SummaryProvides assessment, treatment planning, counseling, and education services for patients treated on an outpatient basis.Job Responsibilities
- Provides outpatient individual and family counseling.
- Systematically and continually assesses the patient's physical and mental condition in collaboration with the patient / family.
- Identifies and refers patients to appropriate community resources as needed.
- Provides educational sources for individuals and client groups.Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in Psychology required upon hire OR
- Master's degree or higher in Clinical Social Work required upon hire OR
- Master's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
- No experience required
- CSW - Certified Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Kentucky required within 36 months of employment in this position OR
- LPCA - Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
- LPCC - Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Kentucky required within 36 months of employment in this position AND
- Heartsaver CPR AED required within 90 days of employment in this position OR
- BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position AND
- First-aid certification required within 90 days of employment in this positionSkills and Attributes
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Physical Demands
- Standing : Occasionally
- Walking : Occasionally
- Sitting : Frequently
- Lifting 0-25 lbs : Occasionally
- Lifting 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Lifting over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying 0-25 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Carrying over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : Rarely
- Pushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : Rarely
- Pushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : Rarely
- Climbing : Rarely
- Bending / Stooping : Occasionally
- Kneeling : Rarely
- Crouching / Crawling : Rarely
- Reaching : Rarely
- Talking : Frequently
- Hearing : Occasionally
- Repetitive Foot / Leg Movements : Frequently
- Repetitive Hand / Arm Movements : Occasionally
- Keyboard Data Entry : Frequently
- Running : Never
- Vision : Depth Perception : Frequently
- Vision : Distinguish Color : Frequently
- Vision : Seeing Far : Frequently
- Vision : Seeing Near : FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service. Learn More
