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Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development

Social Worker (LISW) or Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Various Programs

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208

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Social Worker (LISW) or Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Various Programs Job Responsibilities

Psychosocial Assessment- Performs psychosocial assessments taking into consideration family, social, and medical history. Maintains current knowledge of medical and mental health diagnosis. Report suspicions of abuse and neglect to legally mandated authorities for investigations. Completes documentation with accuracy and clarity.

Resource Support- Collaboration with the health care team in the development of a treatment plan and assisting in the identification of appropriate resources to support the interventions. Collaboration with patient/family/caregivers to identify appropriate resources to support the needed interventions. Maintain fluent knowledge of internal and external resources. Provide real time accurate information to patient/family/caregiver for resources for which they are eligible. Provide condition‑specific and related medical, financial, educational, and social supportive resource information. Evaluates effectiveness of clinical interventions and make changes as needed.

Psychosocial Interventions- Provide psychosocial services as identified in the patient’s comprehensive plan of care. Provides supportive counseling with the goal of improving emotional coping and adherence to the treatment plan. Education of the patient/family/caregiver and members of the health care team about treatment options. Provide self‑management support to high risk/complex patients/families to increase their skills and confidence to manage their chronic care conditions at home. Provide groups and programs for special populations as needed. Provide anticipatory guidance and planning to reduce or eliminate psychosocial barriers to discharge. Coordinate and facilitate family centered care team meetings. Provide crisis assessment and interventions to patients/families/caregivers with the goal of restoring equilibrium. Collaborate with referral sources and health care team members.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration- Working for system improvement, promoting patient/family/caregiver well‑being. Identify and advocate for the needs of the patient, families, and caregivers within the healthcare system and community. Act as a liaison between the patient/family/caregiver within the medical team and outside agencies. Act as the mediator as needed with the medical team on behalf of the patient/family/caregiver. Empower the patient/family/caregiver to problem‑solve by exploring options of care when available and alternative plans, when necessary, to achieve desired outcomes. Facilitate communication and coordination between members of the health care team while involving the patient/family/caregiver in the decision‑making process in order to minimize fragmentation of services.

Collaboration- Partner with the patient, family, healthcare team in the safe transition of care to the next, most appropriate level. Educates health care professionals and or students on the psychosocial aspects of patient care and the role and function of social work. Promotes a positive work environment. Participates in professional growth opportunities. Attend divisional, team, institution meetings/conferences, and in-service programs to develop skills.

Job Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling

2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline

LISW or LPCC license in the state of Ohio

May require clinical license, certification or training

Primary Location

Location C

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Department

Psychiatry

Employee Status

Regular

FTE

1

Weekly Hours

40

Market Leading Benefits Including

Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions

Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

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