Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) Lima Palliative Care
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Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24Work Shift:
Days/Afternoons (United States of America)Summary
Responsible for providing direct services of evaluation and treatment provided through Mercy Health Physicians. This position works with the providers and staff to collaborate in providing needed counseling case management and social services for current patients/clients at various specialty physician practices in Youngstown. Support Palliative Care community based (in home and facilities) and the outpatient clinic patients.
Essential Functions
40% Assesses and evaluates the needs of the client referred. Develops an intervention plan in conjunction with the client family physician and other staff and community agencies as appropriate. Provides brief intervention encounters approximately 10-13 per day utilizing both in-person and telehealth methods for interaction.
20% Maintains required accurate client records and documents progress notes goals assessments and other applicable data in a timely manner within the clients charts.
20% Consults with providers and external resources and makes any necessary referrals for the ongoing care of the client.
10% Maintains knowledge of and practices in accordance with professional practice principles and with the legal and ethical guidelines of Mercy Health and the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Partners. Maintains current knowledge about community resources including availability eligibility requirements and referral procedures in order to facilitate provision of services.
10% Coordinates with various employed physician practices daily as needs require. Participates in warm hand off protocols for clients with internal and external stakeholders.
Education
Required: Masters in social work Counseling Psychology
Licensure: Current license to provide independent psychotherapy services. Current OH licensure as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) required.
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Lima Palliative Care - MHP Lima Specialty CareIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly 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 youd 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 Employer please email . 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 .
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
