University of Mississippi Medical Center
Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology
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Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology
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University of Mississippi Medical Center
Job Summary To provide patients and family members with psychosocial support and counseling needed to cope with issues which arise from various emotional or physical problems. To coordinate a variety of services including group therapy, crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education and implementation, and psychosocial assessments. To supervise undergraduate and graduate students and collaborate in the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives.
Education & Experience Master's degree in counseling or social work.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Mississippi
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; psychosocial methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions and for counseling and guidance. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and analyze data. Ability to assist individuals in recognizing and solving problems.
Responsibilities
Conducts and documents detailed psychosocial assessments/evaluations to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient/family. Meets the needs of transplant applicants and donors and/or level ii evaluations to determine mental illness/mental retardation discharge needs. Documents according to departmental guidelines and standards, prepares reports and maintains records as needed.
Reassesses, monitors, and documents needs and interventions. Ensures that medical coverage is obtained by securing the appropriate documentation and materials. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and recommends alternative plans as needed.
Provides or supervises plan of care interventions to include resource and referral assistance, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling as appropriate. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and/or family in the development and implementation of plans.
Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Provides or supervises plan of care interventions to include resource and referral assistance. Recommends referrals and allocates community resources as appropriate.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and analysis, development and participation in continuing education programs, development and editing of policies and procedures, and serving on committees; prepares and maintains applicable reports and records. Attends and participates in staff, committee department and other administrative meetings as directed.
Maintains working knowledge of and liaison with community agencies; participates in area activities related to health and social services. Maintains a working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact on patient care (e.g., advance directives, child and elder abuse) and keeps current with social work and health care developments to enhance job-related knowledge.
Acts as a liaison to financial counseling to assist patients in the application process for state assistance, charity care or other programs.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, frequent climbing, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, frequent twisting, and frequent walking.
Time Type Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt Yes
Pay Class Salary
Work Shift Day
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Grant Funded No
Job Posting Date 08/29/2025
Location Main Campus Jackson
Job Title Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Thank you for your interest in University of Mississippi Medical Center. You may review the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
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Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology
role at
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Job Summary To provide patients and family members with psychosocial support and counseling needed to cope with issues which arise from various emotional or physical problems. To coordinate a variety of services including group therapy, crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education and implementation, and psychosocial assessments. To supervise undergraduate and graduate students and collaborate in the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives.
Education & Experience Master's degree in counseling or social work.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Mississippi
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; psychosocial methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions and for counseling and guidance. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and analyze data. Ability to assist individuals in recognizing and solving problems.
Responsibilities
Conducts and documents detailed psychosocial assessments/evaluations to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient/family. Meets the needs of transplant applicants and donors and/or level ii evaluations to determine mental illness/mental retardation discharge needs. Documents according to departmental guidelines and standards, prepares reports and maintains records as needed.
Reassesses, monitors, and documents needs and interventions. Ensures that medical coverage is obtained by securing the appropriate documentation and materials. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care and recommends alternative plans as needed.
Provides or supervises plan of care interventions to include resource and referral assistance, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling as appropriate. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and/or family in the development and implementation of plans.
Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Provides or supervises plan of care interventions to include resource and referral assistance. Recommends referrals and allocates community resources as appropriate.
Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and analysis, development and participation in continuing education programs, development and editing of policies and procedures, and serving on committees; prepares and maintains applicable reports and records. Attends and participates in staff, committee department and other administrative meetings as directed.
Maintains working knowledge of and liaison with community agencies; participates in area activities related to health and social services. Maintains a working knowledge of relevant medical/legal issues that impact on patient care (e.g., advance directives, child and elder abuse) and keeps current with social work and health care developments to enhance job-related knowledge.
Acts as a liaison to financial counseling to assist patients in the application process for state assistance, charity care or other programs.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional travelling to offsite locations, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, occasional work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, frequent climbing, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, frequent pushing/pulling, frequent reaching, frequent sitting, frequent standing, frequent twisting, and frequent walking.
Time Type Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt Yes
Pay Class Salary
Work Shift Day
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Grant Funded No
Job Posting Date 08/29/2025
Location Main Campus Jackson
Job Title Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Hematology/Oncology
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Thank you for your interest in University of Mississippi Medical Center. You may review the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Canopy Anywhere Pathfinder - Jackson, MS; Canopy Anywhere Hope Coach - Jackson, MS; Transition of Care Coach - Behavioral Health (Must Reside in MS); Professional Counselor (LPC) - Pediatrics - Child Development; Professional Counselor (LPC) - Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior - FT
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