We are looking for talented professionals to join our extraordinary team at University of Maryland - Shore Regional Health.
General Summary Performs emergency and scheduled psychiatric evaluations, individual therapy, group therapy and case-management functions to clients in mental health programs associated with Shore Health System.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Conducts intake interviews, psychosocial and mental status evaluations for primary psychiatric triage and care. 2. Develops an individualized plan of care for each client in collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team. 3. Provides individual therapy, group therapy and case management functions. 4. Monitors clients' responses to treatment and revises the plan of care. 5. Collaborates with the Psychiatrist, Director of Behavioral Health Services, referral sources and community agencies. 6. Maintains patient confidentiality. 7. Maintains client records in accordance with Behavioral Health Services policies. 8. Identifies opportunities for improvement, promotion and provision of services, including marketing. 9. Maintains positive customer and staff relations. 10. Identifies own educational needs for professional growth and participates in the development of annual goals. 11. Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Manual. 12. Responds to the following Shore Health System codes: Code Green, Code Red (in the immediate area), Code Pink (when called), Code D (when called). 13. Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations. 14. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
15. Performs related duties as assigned.
Company Description
At Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You'll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and License/Certification
Master's degree from an accredited school of nursing, social work, or counseling required.
LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) OR LCPC (Licensed Professional Counselor, OR RN with APRN (Clinical Nurse Specialist) required. Candidates with LGSW or LGPC will be considered, but must receive LCSW or LCPC within 1 year.
Minimum of two years of outpatient psychiatric counselling or social work experience in a mental health setting, preferred.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) was created in 1984 when the state-owned University Hospital became a private, nonprofit organization. It has evolved into a multi-hospital system with academic, community and specialty service missions reaching every part of the state and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. It also has one of the world's largest kidney transplant programs, as well as scores of other programs that improve the physical and mental health of thousands of people daily. The hospitals and health systems that comprise UMMS are: University of Maryland Medical Center, University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus, UM Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute, UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, UM Capital Region Health, UM Charles Regional Medical Center, UM St. Joseph Medical Center, UM Upper Chesapeake Health, UM Shore Regional Health, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital and UM Community Medical Group.
