LICENSED THERAPIST (LCSW) - HOME HEALTH - HHH HOME HEALTH

Company: Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Job SummaryThe Hoag at Home Therapist is responsible for the assessment, coordination, planning, and implementation of psychosocial treatment for patients being receiving treatment and care across the continuum. This includes providing case management services and short-term individual, marital, and family psychotherapy. Has strong experience with clinical assessments and intervention as well as solid problem-solving skills, effective verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to work comfortably with culturally diverse patients and strong crisis intervention skills. Maintains working knowledge of community-based resources, programs and social services. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct. Participates in the continuous quality improvement process. Essential FunctionsCase Management Provide ongoing coordination of patients needs through the continuum of careProvide ongoing psychosocial support to patients and their families for adjustment to illness, grief, psychosocial stressors and optimization of well-being during treatment and survivorship.Provide ongoing review of financial, family and psychosocial support in order to identify any barriers to the treatment and termination/discharge plan.Adheres to HIPPA guidelines upon communication and coordination of resources in the community to meet the discharge and psychosocial needs of the patient.Educates patients and families on their health care options and connect them to resources to meet their needs.Assist patient to advocate for self to receive appropriate services. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team, including Physicians, Nurses, and other clinical staff to facilitate clinical pathways and achievement of desired treatment outcomes.AssessmentUtilizes high-risk criteria in addition to information obtained from medical records, school records, clients, families, nurses, physicians, teachers and others as appropriate to evaluate patients biopsychosocial needs.Assessments demonstrate understanding of biopsychosocial and psychiatric issues and the impact on patients and their families.Assessments verify recognition of patient/family knowledge deficits regarding psychosocial aspects of illness/recovery, crisis, continuing care and community support resources.Conducts assessments related to legal and ethical reporting requirements (i.e. suicidality, homicidal tendencies, child abuse, elder abuse).Therapeutic InterventionsBased on biopsychosocial assessments and recommendations for ongoing care, will develop a treatment plan and a comprehensive termination of treatment/discharge planProvides psychotherapy services in individual, joint, family, or group format.Provides non-pharmaceutical pain and stress management treatment modalities.Utilizes comprehensive assessments to formulate accurate and complete treatment plans that include treatment goals and interventions that reflect psychosocial needs and diagnosis. Provides therapy services that are culturally sensitive and appropriate. Utilizes crisis intervention techniques to calm, comfort and stabilize highly stressed patients. Works effectively with patients who may represent pediatric through geriatric developmental stages. Conducts psychotherapeutic support groups and psychoeducational workshops as needed. This includes curriculum development. Abides by all mandated reporting laws and protocols.Documentation and Time ManagementDocuments objective, accurate and relevant data regarding patient assessments and interventions; documentation demonstrates knowledge and understanding of biopsychosocial factors relevant to the patient. Documentation reflects patient participation in assessment, therapy, education, and referral activities. Documents pertinent client issues, contacts and termination of treatment/discharge plans Plans, prioritizes and manages work assignments effectively. During light work load situations, seeks out additional tasks/duties for the department. CollaborationDevelops and sustains positive working relationships with staff, partner agencies, and referral sources in order to promote open communication channels, obtain/disseminate information, augment treatment plan, and enhance customer relations. Maintains working knowledge of community based resources, programs and social services. Participates in team conferences and collaborative meetings and serves as a Hoag at Home representative into the community Shares knowledge and information appropriately with other professionals or as a member of a multidisciplinary team (as allowed for by the legal/ethical limits of confidentiality). Generates referrals and resources through networking. Develops workshops, groups and other programs that leverage our community partners. Functions:Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findingsProvides community resources for patients and/or caregiversAssesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patients illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurseMaintains clinical records on all patients referred to social workProvides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.Participates in discharge planning.Participates in inservice education programsOther duties as delegated by the Clinical Director/Director of Patient Care Services or Clinical Supervisor/Nursing Supervisor. Job Qualifications Education, Training and ExperienceRequired:Masters Degree in MSW or MFT from an accredited schoolLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) in good standing, in the State of CaliforniaMinimum of (1) to (2) years experience in health care, home health care preferred.Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working orderCurrent licensure in state and CPR/BLS certification.Strong clinical assessments, crisis intervention, problem solving, case management and mental health clinical skills. Basic computer skills, effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work comfortably and effectively with culturally diverse clients. Working knowledge of community based resources, programs and social service. Decisive and capable of exercising good judgment under pressure.Preferred: Bilingual or multilingual candidates

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