OVERVIEWThis position provides direct service to patients in a Behavioral Health Program area.
Schedule: 36 hours/week, Monday-Friday
Shift: Days
Location: Mercyhealth Behavioral Health Clinic - Crystal Lake, IL
Pay Range: $30.59/hr - $53.41/hr; pay is based on licensure level
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Completes psychosocial assessments and treatment plans in cooperation with patient and multidisciplinary team.
- Conducts a comprehensive assessment of the clinical needs of each patient prior to beginning individual, family or group therapy.Works collaboratively with the patient to develop a treatment plan addressing patient's identified treatment goals.
- Delivers behavioral health care in accordance with patient evaluation, treatment plan and within the scope of their license.
- Works directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups, in consultation with Psychiatrist and or NP.
- Provides crisis assessment and intervention.
- Consults and coordinates care of patient with physician and or NP, therapists, and community agencies.
- Provides appropriate discharge planning.
- Refers patient or patient's family to other community resources.
- Participates in clinical collaboration and or psychiatry supervision to discuss cases and determine appropriate course of treatment.
- Maintains pertinent patient data and documentation in medical record in accordance with state, TJC and Mercyhealth system guidelines.
- Attends required meetings or staffing as indicated by Program Manager.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all Mercy Health System, State and JCAHO policies and regulations.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEMaster's degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology or other related field
CERTIFICATION/LICENSUREMust possess all required certification and licensure per the state in which they will be practicing.
Wisconsin: LCSW, LPC, or LMFT
Illinois: LCSW, LCPC, LMFT
TACT Level 2
CPR/BLS preferred
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION May supervise student interns as assigned. Requires a high level of independent judgment. The position has the potential for substantial latitude and independent action.
SUPERVISESSupervised by the Clinical Supervisor, Psychiatry staff members and/or Program Supervisor Manager.
PAY RANGE:$30.59 - $53.41
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA Options
- Generous, accruing paid time off
- Paid Parental and caregiver leave
- Career advancement and educational opportunities
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Well-being Programs
- Employee Discounts
- On-Demand Pay
- Financial Education
- Annual recognition/awards events
- Partner appreciation days
- Family entertainment/attractions discount
- Community service/improvement opportunities
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