Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Palms Medical Group

Trenton, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Intervention, Brief Psychotherapy, Health Management, Mental Health Services, Care Coordination, Consulting, Referring, Health Maintenance, Disease Prevention, Professional Relationships, Medical Records Maintenance, Triage, Staff Supervision, QA/QI Activities, Staff Education, Peer Reviews

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Shape Your Future. Serve Your Community. Build Your Career with Palms! What Life Working at Palms Looks Like: Mission and Meaningful Work: PMG is a not for profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). That means it’s focused on serving underserved populations, offering affordable primary care and preventative services. For many people, that makes the work feel meaningful. Stability & Growth: PMG has been around for a long time (since 1971) and we are still expanding! Comprehensive Services & Variety: We offer a wide array of services – family medicine, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, prenatal care, etc. – So working here gives exposure to different patient populations, conditions and settings. Patient-Centered, Community Focus: PMG emphasizes accessible care (same day scheduling, weekend appointments, bilingual staff) and works in communities throughout North Florida. It is also a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH), meaning there’s an emphasis on continuity of care, relationships with patients, etc. Culture & Community: Many reviews say that PMG has a “friendly, compassionate, professional” environment. There is pride among the staff in giving back to the community. Perks: Competitive Wages Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Professional Development Opportunities Employee Assistance Programs Company Paid Life Insurance 401k with 5% Match 11 Paid Holidays 20 Days PTO Recognition and Rewards Community Impact Position Summary The Licensed Clinical Social Worker is responsible for providing behavioral health services to referred PMG patients in the form of, but not limited to, crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, health management, and traditional mental health services (when appropriate). The LCSW will serve as part of the care team, collaborating, consulting, and referring, to coordinate all treatment needs. Description of Primary Responsibilities 1) Provide necessary behavioral health services to patients identified by Palms Medical Group Providers to include, but not limited to, emergency assessment, care coordination, brief psychotherapy, and recommendation for higher level of care; in accordance with the policies and procedures of PMG. 2) Promote health maintenance and prevention of disease. 3) Promote mutual, beneficial professional, relationships between the corporation and the surrounding health service providers and institutes. 4) Advise the appropriate member of management as defined on the institution’s organizational chart of any problems perceived with PMG operations. 5) Maintain the established system of medical records, in keeping with the current PMG policies and procedures. 6) Be available after hours to treat or triage behavioral health emergencies as determined necessary. 7) Share in providing coverage for extended office hours of PMG. 8) Share in providing coverage for any other extended service approved by the Board of Directors (e.g., 24-hour coverage) as instructed. 9) Agree to carry out all required responsibilities of the corporation relative to patient charges, third party reimbursement, ordering necessary therapy supplies and assessments, etc. 10) Participate in community service and health promotion programs. 11) Be responsible to participate in QA/QI activities as necessary. 12) Be responsible for ongoing staff and provider education, peer reviews, staff competencies, and updates to committees on Behavioral Health Integration Project. 13) Maintain appropriate certifications and undergo Credentialing, utilization, and meet requirements of peer reviews. 14) Assume the supervision of any staff as requested by Chief Medical Officer in accordance with Florida statutory requirements. 15) Perform other related duties as requested by the Chief Medical Officer. 16) Participate in the review of all medical policies, procedures, and protocols. Requirements Description of Primary Attributes General Development: 1) Must be organized, a self-starter and detailed oriented 2) Job duties require the ability to work independently and as part of a team 3) Expected to travel and cover other sites during provider absences 4) Expected to coach, mentor and train clinical staff Professional & Technical Knowledge: 1) Follow Safety and OSHA requirements 2) Maintain appropriate certifications 3) Undergo credentialing, utilization and peer reviews 4) Employee will be expected to navigate and operate Microsoft Office suite products, including Word and Excel Licenses & Certifications: 1) Master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited school of social work 2) Current and Valid LCSW license in the State of Florida 3) Current BLS (basic life support) Certification Communications Skills: 1) Effectively and tactfully communicates complex and/or technical information to co-workers, patients and/or vendors Physical/Mental/Emotional Demands: Standing for long periods of time Sitting for long periods of time Viewing a computer monitor for long periods of time Bending Stretching / Reaching Walking short distances Lifting up to 50 pounds Operating office equipment (computer, fax machines, telephones and copy machines) Reading forms / Instructions / Patients Charts Communicating well to people of various ages, educational levels, cultural backgrounds in person or by telephone Exposure to potentially violent / irate patients Health / Safety Consideration of Position Exposure to chemical infectious / contagious illness Exposure to chemical and inhalation of antibiotics during reconstitution Exposure to X-Ray radiation Exposure to a variety of scents and odors Must utilize universal precaution in clinical or exposure situations as prescribed by federal state, and local guidelines and /or laws

Responsibilities

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides behavioral health services including crisis intervention, brief psychotherapy, and health management to referred patients as part of the care team. Responsibilities also involve collaborating with providers, maintaining medical records, and participating in community service and quality assurance activities.