Social Worker or Counselor Inpatient Therapist, Brook Lane, Hagerstown, MD
Brook Lane -
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Hagerstown, MD,
US
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Social Worker or Counselor Inpatient Therapist
Date Posted: 2024-05-23
Job description
Inpatient Mental Health - Social Worker or Counselor up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus over 2 years Inpatient Hospital Brook Lane's Main Campus in Hagerstown, MD
FT day shift hours or
PT evening shift flexible start time and hours from 3 pm - 8 pm
Brook Lane Health Services is seeking a Maryland Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW-C) or Professional Counselor (LGPC or LCPC) to serve the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and adults in an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital setting.
Join our diverse multi-disciplinary Inpatient team made up of Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Psychologist, Registered and Licensed Practical Nurses, Mental Health Associates, Discharge planners and more! New therapists -great opportunity to gain experience as a therapist within a team of seasoned professionals. Experienced Therapists - help to provide mentorship within the team and build leadership experience. This position reports to the Clinical Supervisor and works directly on team with seven other licensed therapists.
Key Responsibilities:
Provides individual and family counseling services to develop positive relationships with patients/families through the use of empathy, attentiveness, and compassion
Completes assessments
Conducts group counseling as part of the daily Inpatient programming
Works with members of the multi-disciplinary team on treatment planning and discharge planning
Maintains documentation of services provided in compliance with policies using an electronic medical record
Participates in teaming to discuss patient progress
Communicates with and educates family members as appropriate
Consults with nursing staff and support staff on behavior planning interventions as appropriate
Qualifications:
Requirements
LCSW-C, LMSW or LCPC, LGPC in Maryland or ability to achieve Maryland Licensure
Experience providing therapeutic services to individual and families through work or internships