Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Professional

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a mental health professional to provide a full range of outpatient services including initial assessment, treatment planning, individual, family and group psychotherapy, suicide or risk assessment, crisis intervention, case management and discharge planning.

Provides culturally sensitive care, monitors progress toward goals, documents services promptly, and collaborates with patients, families and the care team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling or related mental health field.
• Demonstrated skill in clinical assessment and therapeutic techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the behavioral health field and resources.
• LCSW or LPC licensure Pennsylvania upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy (individual, family, group) aligned with treatment plans.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments with clinical impressions and plans.
• Monitor suicide/high-risk indicators and respond per standards.
• Educate patients and families on treatment needs.
• Perform case management and utilization review as needed.
• Coordinate timely discharge planning and referrals.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Therapeutic techniques

Behavioral health knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related mental health field

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Provides a full range of mental health outpatient services including initial assessment, treatment planning, individual, family and group psychotherapy, suicide or other risk assessment, as well as crisis intervention, case management, utilization review, and discharge planning.

Job Duties

• Provides culturally sensitive individual, family, and group psychotherapy in support of the patient’s treatment plan monitoring progress toward goals and adjusting treatment approaches, as indicated.
• Provides psychosocial assessments including clinical impressions and treatment plan, in collaboration with the patient.
• Monitors for and addresses suicide/high risk as indicated by professional and departmental standards.
• Provides patient and family education based on treatment needs.
• Performs case management/utilization review as required by patient need.
• Provides timely discharge planning with a grasp of LVHN, departmental, and community supports; educates patient/facilitates referrals based on treatment need.
• Documents services in a timely fashion and in adherence with professional, program, departmental, network, regulatory, and third-party payor standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related mental health field.
• Demonstrated skill in clinical assessment and therapeutic techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health field and resources.
• LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or
• LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift

Day Shift

Address

2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type

Onsite

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:30p

Department

1004-06088 Partial Hospitalization - Muhl