Description
SHIFT: PRN
SCHEDULE: PRN/Per Diem
Behavioral Health Counselor / Social Worker
Medical City Lewisville
Position Summary:
To provide behavioral health counselling services and intervention to patients (adult/geriatric) and patient families. To serve as a resource person to internal staff in psychosocial issues. To maintain accurate and current records on all patients according to the department’s policies and procedures manual and regulatory standards of practice.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
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Participates in hospital or departmental performance improvement activities.
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Assists physician, ASSOCIATES, patient families and patient with discharge planning.
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Evaluates patient and family responses to discharge planning intervention.
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Serves as information and referral resource regarding community services.
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Counsels patients and patient families.
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Maintains and updates the social service policy and procedure manual, as indicated.
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Performs all appropriate patient documentation.
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Follows age specific discharge planning criteria.
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Serves as a resource to department staff, students, volunteers and other departments, and contributes to the teamwork essential to ensuring quality patient care
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Takes appropriate measures to ensure safety of patients.
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Participates in staff meetings, patient care conferences and other committees as required
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Participates in the orientation of new employees and cross training of other social workers as indicated
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Participates in mandatory department and hospital in-services and education programs
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Maintains on-going education to improve job performance
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Demonstrates sensitivities to culturally diverse patient population
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Demonstrates understanding of HCA, Medical Center of Lewisville mission, guiding principles and incorporates them into daily performance
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Proactively seeks team building and positive working relationships with all hospital and medical staff
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Participates in hospital or departmental performance improvement activities, and seeks opportunities to improve department and inter-department processes
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Supports and participates in hospital safety program, infection control and other processes to ensure a safe environment
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Demonstrates flexibility regarding assignments
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Perform special assignments as needed/requested
Qualifications
License/Certification:
Education:
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Accredited by the council on Clinical Social Work Education.
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Completion of Clinical Social Work curriculum
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Master’s degree in Social Work preferred
Experience
Special Qualifications:
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Good interpersonal, and verbal & written communication skills.
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Able to work independently and prioritize responsibilities.
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Knowledgeable of psychosocial and physical needs of adult and geriatric patients.
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Autonomy and reliable
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Good organizational skills
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Knowledge and skill regarding basic computer processes
At Medical City, you have options. You can choose from a variety of benefits to create a plan just for you. You can enroll in several different medical plans, if eligible, which includes vision and dental. You can even select additional à la carte benefits to meet all your needs. Enroll in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), 401k (100% annual match – 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service), flex spending accounts for medial and childcare needs, participate in our tuition reimbursement/assistance and student loan repayment programs, paid personal leave, identity theft protection discounts; auto, home, and life insurance options, and adoption assistance.
About Medical City Lewisville:
Medical City Lewisville is focused on providing high-quality care to our community. We are dedicated to providing family-centered care with our experienced, multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, state-of-the-art technology, and compassionate environment.
Built in 1976, Medical City Lewisville is a full-service medical and surgical facility offering 24-hour emergency services. We are licensed for 186 patient beds. Excellent customer service and patient safety are our top priorities. We are proud that more than 360 physicians and over 800 healthcare associates have chosen to make Medical City Lewisville their professional home. Our supportive environment, advanced technologies, and innovative medicines allow them to best treat you – our treasured patients – with the highest quality health care in a comfortable and compassionate setting.
Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications immediately. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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