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Bon Secours Mercy Health Social Worker - MSW - Behavioral Health in Lorain, Ohio
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Mercy Health Lorain Hospital
BRIEF SUMMARY:
The Social Worker/Counselor II leads the planning and coordination of patient care. Responsible for providing social services for patients and families of inpatient behavioral health as part of a multidisciplinary team with an emphasis on group and individual therapy. Works closely with psychiatrists, as an active member of the Treatment Team by attending Care Plan meetings. Responsible for psychotherapy groups, wellness groups, psychosocial assessments, and, facilitating individual, marital, and/or family therapy. Develops, implements, reviews, and updates treatment plans as well as case management and discharge planning.
Ensures assessments are completed within the regulatory timeframe. Has the ability to perform all requirements of the social worker/ counselor I. Leads weekly clinical supervision meetings as assigned. Designs and implements specialized therapeutic groups for patients and families in all program areas, including education, support services, and community resources.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The key job responsibilities are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
POSITION CRITERIA:
Demonstrated ability by education or training to treat people with mental health co-occurring diagnoses.
Must have considerable knowledge of therapeutic interventions and age-specific needs of both geriatric and adult populations likely to be served.
Knowledge of the physiological, sociological, and psychological implications for the disease processes experienced by the population served.
Ability to evaluate patients and interpret data
Ability to plan, develop and facilitate psychotherapy groups.
Ability to evaluate client progress and to present evaluative reports in interdisciplinary team meetings, facilitate of treatment team meetings, Must have clinical competence to provide therapeutic services to the mentally ill demonstrating empathy, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills
Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills including but not limited to analysis problem solving, and decision-making
Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive manner. Must be able to set and maintain therapeutic distance with patients; maintain therapeutic boundaries
Ability to efficiently manage time, priorities, and resources
Possesses basic computer skills; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications
Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards
The ability and willingness to identify with, share in, and commit to the philosophy, mission, values, and vision of our Sponsors and Catholic Health Partners.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
Professional appearance, aptitude, and attitude
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while meeting rigid deadlines
Impeccable ethics and integrity
Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, families, a variety of professional disciplines, and the general public.
Ability to efficiently manage time, priorities, and resources
Possesses basic computer skills; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications
Ability to follow instructions, use constructive feedback, demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, critical thinking, and stress management skill
Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards
Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality, HIPAA compliance
Cultural sensitivity
Ability to Travel.
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patient, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extended periods. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds (with assistance). Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours. Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
Other duties as assigned by manager or director.
Certificates/License/ Registrations
Current unencumbered applicable state license in social work or counseling. Certified Group Psychotherapy (CGP) within 3 years of hire.
Education and/or Experience
Minimum Master’s degree in social work/counseling. Licensed Independent Social Worker or Licensed Practical Clinical Counselor preferred. Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor optional. 3-5 years of experience providing inpatient and outpatient treatment to individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders and substance diagnoses. This includes individual and group therapies. Experience in working in a psychiatric setting is highly preferred. Basic Life Support Certification: required within 30 days of hire. Special physical requirements: sits and stands throughout the day. Physical management of patients in a crisis may be necessary.
Required Job Specific Training: De-Escalation training within 90 days of hire; Group Psychotherapy Training
Key Job Responsibilities: ( not all-inclusive )
It is expected that all of the Principal Duties and Responsibilities identified below will be performed in a manner that reflects the values of Mercy Caring and Catholic Healthcare Partners, which are: Compassion, Excellence, Human Dignity, Justice, Sacredness of Life, and Service.
The Social Worker/Counselor II must provide individual and group treatment in both inpatient and outpatient settings, provide assistance with discharge planning, assessments, and psychoeducation groups, and perform Intake/Clinical Assessments in the ED, for scheduled assessments/walk-ins, or on the medical floors. The Social Worker/Counselor II documents in the medical record by accepted policy promptly. A licensed independent chemical dependency counselor may be asked to provide supervision to staff eligible and pursuing this licensure.
The Social Worker/Counselor II Adheres to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reports to the designated Manager (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or policies. He or she will demonstrate ethical, sound professional practices and personal accountability and act in alignment with the mission and core values of Catholic Health Partners.
The Social Worker/Counselor II Holds others accountable to standards of performance, displays curiosity and desire for knowledge and staying current with colleagues, being curious about business and the health care services industry. He or she will regularly invest time in encouraging the team to innovate, continuously improve processes and share knowledge.
The Social Worker/Counselor II maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. He or she uses and discloses only that information that is necessary to perform the function of the job and maintains compliance with established corporate and departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement programs, customer service, and productivity expectations. The Social Worker/Counselor II demonstrates behaviors consistent with the stated core values of Catholic Healthcare Partners and the Behavioral Health department Code of Ethics.
The Social Worker/Counselor II participates in administrative meetings and committees (staff meetings, clinical supervision, quality improvement, patient satisfaction, employee engagement, etc.) to exchange information that relates to program updates, identify program barriers, and anticipate future program needs by appropriate accreditation standards and within facility policies. He or she participates in the supervision of clinical interns or students and/or volunteers, utilizing orientation, observation, record reviews, feedback, and evaluations as required.
The Social Worker/Counselor II participates in the safe management of the milieu, intervening effectively with patients who behave inappropriately or who are having coping difficulties, utilizing effective non-abusive crisis prevention/intervention techniques, and treating patients and families with empathy and respect.
The Social Worker/Counselor II maintains effective working relationships with team members, (requires both flexibility and setting limits) and performs work by the facility standards and policies regarding risk management, safety, infection control, etc. He or she will perform job functions adhering to service principles with a customer service focus of innovation, service excellence, and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers, and others. The Social Worker/Counselor II Develops annual personalized professional goals in conjunction with the manager/Director, and seeks and participates in learning opportunities that meet personal and departmental goals.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com