Counselor Employment Type: Full-Time
Provides therapeutic counseling to patients and family members/families. Completes needs assessment based on clinical input from the primary care provider, psychiatrists, and others familiar with patient. Develops plan for intervention/care/assistance. Conducts group therapy sessions as deemed appropriate to population. Makes appropriate referrals to other community resources when needed. Makes contacts with patients and family as needed and documents these contacts. Performs telephone
triage for patients in crisis, answers all IN Baskets messages and when necessary, sees patient for immediate intervention. Uses EPIC electronic medical record system proficiently as primary source of documentation of all patient visits and correspondence. Completes all required training when scheduled allowing none to become delinquent. Completes all requirements to maintain current licensure at all times, ensuring no suspension or lapse occurs. Practices work in a safe manner, following proper protocols of infection control, accident prevention, proper body mechanics, etc.. Attends meetings/training sessions as directed. Performs
other duties as assigned.
Special Qualifications
● Must possess a degree as a Master of Social Work Program.
● Must be currently licensed to practice as an Independent Social Worker by the State Board
Certs:
Not Stated