Supplemental, Program Therapist

Position is responsible for assessing patients, developing a treatment plan, providing appropriate treatment, and planning patient discharge, if applicable.

About Memorialhermann

• At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community.
• When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees.
• We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency.
• If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Responsibilities

• Principal Accountabilities Assesses patients, develops treatment plan based on clinical assessment and patient needs.
• Involved patient and family in treatment plan when appropriate, including a time frame for provision of treatment.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team around treatment/services by participating in case conferences, treatment plan review, and staffing.
• Works with and contacts families as appropriate, responds to family concerns, and involves family in decision process regarding treatment and discharge planning.
• Conducts groups, individual, and family therapy sessions when appropriate.
• Performs case management, if necessary.
• Documents in-patient medical record treatment and services provided, as well as patient’s progress and response to treatment.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-2 shifts/week Location: Kirby Glen Outpatient Center * 2+ years prior experience in medical setting. * Experience with neurological cognitive deficits/disabilities. * Must be full licensed.
• Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education: Masters degree in Social Work or related behavioral science field Licenses/Certifications: Licensure in field of expertise, preferably
• Licensed Master Social Worker Experience /Knowledge / Skills: Two (2) years of experience with patients presenting with psychological distress