DEPARTMENT:  BEHAVIORAL WELLNESS CENTER

HOURS & SHIFT REQUIREMENTS:  Full time. Office hours are 8 am – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. Salaried position. 4 days in clinic, 1 paperwork day.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Outpatient Therapist provides quality and organized psychotherapy and social services for identified clients and families. She/he maintains accurate and up-to-date knowledge of all relevant regulations and standards regarding the provision of social services and of the implementation of treatment and discharge planning. The Clinical Therapist assures the collection and evaluation of social  and psychotherapeutic services according to departmental policy, demonstrates professional behavior, and supports the philosophy of Gibson Area Hospital. 

GIBSON AREA HOSPITAL& HEALTH SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT

To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.    Interviews clients and families or significant others to obtain social history and data pertaining to treatment and discharge planning.

2.    Interprets variables of social situations as these relate to client’s condition, admission and post-discharge needs; modifies treatment plan accordingly. 

3.    Meets in individual, family or group psychotherapy sessions with clients, families, or both, as requested by Medical Director, physicians, or Treatment Team, or to address issues identified in the Social History that affect treatment and discharge.

4.    Maintains appropriate client confidentiality

5.    Establishes professional relationships with clients, families, and unit and hospital staff.

6.    Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.

7.    Displays flexibility, cooperation, and a positive attitude in regard to work.

8.    Communicates suggestions and/or complaints through appropriate channels.

9.    Recognizes own learning needs and shows motivation to meet them.

10.    Fulfills responsibilities in a reliable and dependable manner and uses time effectively.

11.    Exhibits effective communication skills (oral, written, and listening.) 

12.    Completes assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

13.    Adheres to safety and infection control guidelines.

14.    Reports to work on time and as scheduled.

15.    Uses initiative and judgment to assure that circumstances requiring attention are referred to the appropriate team member.

16.    Adheres to Gibson Area Hospital dress codes. 

17.    Completes annual educational requirements for licensure/hospital policy requirements.

18.    Maintains acceptable attendance record, adhering to hospital policies and setting an example for staff. 

19.    Participates in Treatment Team meetings.

20.    Conducts group therapy as requested.

21.    Conducts support groups as requested.

22.    Works as a member of the Treatment Team to assure provision of appropriate social services and psychotherapeutic needs to clients. 

23.    Represents the program at educational meetings as requested by Department Manager. 

24.    Functions as a point person for clinical related issues as needed with input from all members of the staff.

25.    Works cooperatively with the Department Manager in ensuring that all relevant regulations and standards are met, including HFAP, Medicare, and state licensure requirements. 

26.    Collects and compiles data and completes reports as requested by the hospital, Medical Director, and as required by the unit’s Quality Improvement Plan.

27.    Assists in the monitoring and evaluation of psychotherapy, social services, and discharge planning as specified in the Quality Improvement Plan.

28.    Collects ongoing data results for cognitive and affective testing as requested by the Medical Director and/or physicians.

29.    Organizational, verbal, interpersonal, patient relations, analytical, grammar/spelling, reading/comprehension of written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions, and computer skills.

30.    Listens to others and responds in positive manner. 

31.    Respects other’s points of view.  

32.    Senses other’s emotions, understands their perspective, and takes an active interest in their concerns.

            

33.    Displays honesty and integrity; trust-worthiness.

34.    Keeps disruptive emotions and impulses under control.

35.    Greets customers in warm, hospitable manner.    

36.    Asks questions to identify and ensure accurate interpretation of customer needs.           

37.    Finds innovative ways to exceed customer needs. 

    

38.    Evaluates own performance based on customer satisfaction.

39.    Flexible in adapting to changing situations and overcoming obstacles. 

        

40.    Follows policies and procedures.     

    

41.    Works in a dependable manner.    

42.    Insists on accuracy and takes extra measures to maintain high standards of quality.

43.    Takes initiative; is ready to act and seize opportunities.

44.    Works to improve performance to meet personal and organizational standards of excellence.   

45.    Cooperates and collaborates with co-workers to enhance performance of all.

46.    Works to resolve disagreements in cooperative manner.     

47.    Cultivates and maintains relationships to facilitate work of the entire organization. 

48.    Bolsters others’ abilities through feedback and constructive comments.           

49.    Accepts responsibility for success of the organization and is willing to pick up slack or compromise to meet organizational goals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1.    Monitors clients on an ongoing basis to identify health needs, problems, and /or symptoms. 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Director of Behavioral Health