Behavioral Health Clinical II Inpatient PRN

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking an Inpatient Behavioral Health Clinician II (PRN) to work with a multidisciplinary team in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and coordinating discharge and aftercare services.

The role requires MD licensure as LCSW-C or LCPC and a minimum of two years of clinical experience with chronic mental illness, preferably in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Licensed as LCSW-C or LCPC in Maryland.
• Minimum of two years clinical experience with individuals with chronic mental illness.
• Experience in an acute care clinical setting and with case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress toward treatment goals.
• Facilitate family meetings, group therapy, and brief individual therapy as indicated.
• Serve as primary educator on mental health topics for patients and families.
• Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare services.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Group therapy

Individual therapy

Discharge planning

Community coordination

Critical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Crisis collaboration

Education

LCSW-C or LCPC MD

Job description

Job Requirements Job Title - Behavioral Health Clinical II Inpatient PRN

Work Schedule - Days can vary (any day of the week) ; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm EST

In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, the Inpatient Behavioral Health Clinician II is responsible for completing: Psychosocial assessments, developing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress towards treatment goals. Responsible for facilitating family meetings, group therapy, and brief individual therapy when indicated. Serves as primary educator on topics of mental illness/mental health to patients and/or his/her family members. Initiates coordination for discharge and aftercare services.

Work Experience Education & Training: Currently licensed as an LCSW-C or LCPC in the state of Maryland.

Work Orientation & Experience: Minimum of two years clinical experience working with individuals with chronic mental illness required. Experience working in an acute care clinical setting and with case management preferred.

Skills & Abilities: Demonstrate knowledge/skills of behavioral health clinical work in a variety of settings:

• a) Completing psychosocial assessments
• b) provision of group and individual psychotherapy
• c) developing and implementing discharge and aftercare plans
• d) coordinating services for patient/family with community providers including knowledge of community resources, Medicare/Medicaid and commercial insurances
• e) demonstrate effective critical thinking
• f) professional and effective written and verbal communication
• g) prioritize work assignments and manage time effectively to complete duties; and
• h) work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment.

Demonstrate ability to:

• a) communicate and collaborate effectively with both internal and external customers (colleagues, Medical Staff, liaisons, and patient/family)
• b) assess, adapt, and calmly respond to changing and/or crisis environment;
• c) make independent decisions consistent with current policies, procedures, health care and ethical standards;
• d) be available to adapt hours to meet the needs of all customers and department.

Benefits All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:* Pay Range: $33.36 - $46.70* Other Compensation (if applicable):