Licensed Mental Health Professional- Webster City Community School District at UnityPoint Health

Fort Dodge, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communication Skills, Interviewing Techniques, Medical Terminology, Diverse Backgrounds, Counseling, Behavioral Health, Supportive Counseling, Documentation, Coordination, Community Involvement, Team Participation, Program Development, Emergency Intervention, Group Services, Patient Evaluation

Industry

Description

Overview Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMHC, LMSW, LISW, LMHT) Webster City Community School District Monday-Friday, Full-time Benefit Eligible Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Processes referrals in a prompt, thorough manner. Interviews patients, families, and community agencies representatives to obtain a comprehensive mental health evaluation and makes appropriate treatment recommendations Responsible for providing individual, couple, family and group services to meet patient and their family/significant others’ social and emotional needs. Provides immediate intervention including supportive counseling to patient/family/significant other in dealing with impact of an emergency situation. Documents evaluations and ongoing services for patient's medical record in a timely manner. Works cooperatively with referral agencies in coordinating services. Facilitate support groups for behavioral health as needed. Provides in-services to the community as requested. Maintains effective communication/working relationships with co-workers, management, physicians and other professionals by communicating in an efficient, professional and courteous manner. Participates in educational activities, performance improvement activities, Center committees, and other related activities when requested. Demonstrates behaviors that support MHC and THS goals/objectives/vis ion. Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings. Assists with development and implementation of new programs within Behavioral Health area. May practice on any center site without on-site supervision by a psychiatrist. Qualifications Education: Minimum of a Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field from an accredited school Licensure: Licensed as an LMSW, LISW, LMFT, PsyD in the State of Iowa Experience: A minimum of two years previous counseling experience in Behavioral Health preferred, but not required. Skills/Abilities: Good communication skills, Knowledge and experience in good interviewing techniques. Ability to understand medical terminology and communicate effectively with persons of diverse backgrounds, age, disabilities, and education levels required.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Mental Health Professional is responsible for conducting comprehensive mental health evaluations and providing individual, couple, family, and group services. They also document evaluations and ongoing services, facilitate support groups, and maintain effective communication with various stakeholders.