Supplemental, Program Therapist

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston, TX is seeking a licensed social worker to assess patients, develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate services, and plan discharge when applicable. The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work and licensure, with experience addressing psychological distress in a medical setting.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, direct therapy (individual, group, and family when appropriate), and thorough documentation to ensure safe,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required.
• Licensed to practice social work (LMSW or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a medical setting with psychological distress.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients, develops treatment plans based on clinical assessment and patient needs.
• Involves patient and family in treatment planning and sets timelines for provision of treatment.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team through case conferences, treatment plan review, and staffing.
• Engages families and addresses concerns in discharge planning and decision processes.
• Conducts individual, group, and family therapy sessions when appropriate.
• Documents in-patient medical records and tracks patient progress and response to treatment.
• Ensures safe care and adherence to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budget and quality constraints.
• Mentors junior staff and supports department goals contributing to organizational success.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker (LMSW)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

About Memorial Hermann

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for assessing patients, developing a treatment plan, providing appropriate treatment, and planning patient discharge, if applicable.

Shift: 1-2 shifts per week
Location: Kirby Glen Outpatient Center

Requirements

• 2+ years prior experience in medical setting.
• Experience with neurological cognitive deficits/disabilities.
• Must be full licensed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Masters degree in Social Work or related behavioral science field

Licenses/Certifications: Licensure in field of expertise, preferably Licensed Master Social Worker

Experience /Knowledge / Skills: Two (2) years of experience with patients presenting with psychological distress.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assesses patients, develops treatment plan based on clinical assessment and patient needs.
• Involved patient and family in treatment plan when appropriate, including a time frame for provision of treatment.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team around treatment/services by participating in case conferences, treatment plan review, and staffing.
• Works with and contacts families as appropriate, responds to family concerns, and involves family in decision process regarding treatment and discharge planning.
• Conducts groups, individual, and family therapy sessions when appropriate.
• Performs case management, if necessary.
• Documents in-patient medical record treatment and services provided, as well as patient's progress and response to treatment.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Other duties as assigned.

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