Licensed Mental Health Therapist-Independent-EB
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UPH Additional Information
Why UnityPoint Health
Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Beckers Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Culture At UnityPoint Health you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing whats right for the people we serve.
Benefits Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities no matter what life stage youre in.
- Caring is what we do and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off parental leave 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
- You can only give your best when you feel your best and we help you live well with dental and health insurance paid holidays short and longterm disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your fourlegged family members to give you peace of mind.
- We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commitment At UnityPoint Health we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.
Development We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
Overview
Responsible for completing psychosocial assessments leading one on one and group therapy within a behavioral health space in accordance with evidencebased practices. Assesses patient needs based upon a facetoface or telehealth clinical interview case history review and information obtained from collateral sources such as family members the referent or other parties. Recognizes signs/symptoms associated with risk of harm to self and/or others and implements appropriate interventions as necessary. Develops and implements an appropriate treatment plan of care for the patient based upon relevant clinical information and diagnosis. Consults with family members or professionals from other agencies/organizations as necessary in developing optimal treatment services. Practices under a licensed provider/licensed supervision and typically is working toward their own independent licensure.
Responsibilities
Evaluations diagnosis and treatment:
Perform psychosocial and diagnostic assessments
Diagnose patients in accordance with the current DSM
Involve collateral sources in patients treatment as clinically indicated (e.g. family friends etc.
Develop individual treatment plans to help patients achieve their goals
Provide individual couples family and group psychotherapy services as indicated by the treatment plan
Provide crisis psychotherapy
Refer patients to other services as clinically indicated
Willingness to work with all patients seen at ones site of care as indicated by the site. (i.e. ages diagnostic presentations comorbidities etc. in accordance with ones scope of licensure and abilities)
May perform Employee Assistance Programing as indicted by the site of care
Utilize evidenced based practices in treatment
Follow all ethical and regulatory guidelines
Seek consultation from your Clinical Supervisor when needed
Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate services
May complete court commitment reports
Documentation and Administrative Functions:
Maintain licensure
Maintain eligibility to bill for government payers (i.e. not on the Medicaid/Medicare exclusion list.
Document services accurately and timely patient progress with treatment plan goals
Achieve site of care productivity standards.
Collaboration and Coordination:
Active participation with clinical supervisor on supervision plan
Participate in individual and group supervision from ones clinical supervisor
Participate in all required trainings and educational activities
Participate in department level meetings and huddles
Be responsive to patients in applicable communication mode
Basic UPH Performance Criteria:
Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular reliable attendance.
Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA DNV OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Qualifications
Education: Master Degree in Social Work Professional Counseling or Marriage and Family Therapy with a clinical/mental health concentration from an accredited school
Experience: Applicants should have completed practicum experiences as part of their accredited program. One year of experience working with a sites clientele in addition to practicum is preferred. This may be completed at the bachelor level.
License(s)/Certification(s): Iowa: LMSW tLMFT tLMHC. Illinois: LPC or the LMSW (temporary licensure is not a requirement if applicant meets QMHP criteria). Wisconsin: CAPSW LPCIT MFTIT. May be required to obtain BLS within six months of hire for certain sites.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to professionally relate to a wide variety of consumers as well as a desire to serve as a consumer advocate. Ability to collaborate and function as a team member with multidisciplinary colleagues. Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time in an ever changing dynamic environment and utilize good organizational skills. Practice good verbal and written communication skills with ability to complete case notes and complete required assignments in a timely manner. Basic computer skills
Other: Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Employment Type
Full-Time
