Licensed Independent Social Worker; LISW - Lima Palliative Care

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Responsible for providing direct services of evaluation and treatment provided through Mercy Health Physicians. This position works with the providers and staff to collaborate in providing needed counseling, case management and social services for current patients/clients at various specialty physician practices in Youngstown. Support Palliative Care, community based (in home and facilities) and the outpatient clinic patients.

• 40% Assesses and evaluates the needs of the client referred. Develops an intervention plan in conjunction with the client, family, physician, and other staff, and community agencies as appropriate. Provides brief intervention encounters, approximately 10-13 per day, utilizing both in-person and telehealth methods for interaction.
• 20% Maintains required accurate client records and documents progress notes, goals, assessments and other applicable data in a timely manner within the clients' charts.
• 20% Consults with providers and external resources and makes any necessary referrals for the ongoing care of the client.
• 10% Maintains knowledge of, and practices in accordance with professional practice principles, and with the legal and ethical guidelines of Mercy Health and the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Partners. Maintains current knowledge about community resources including availability, eligibility requirements, and referral procedures in order to facilitate provision of services.
• 10% Coordinates with various employed physician practices daily as needs require. Participates in warm hand off protocols for clients, with internal and external stakeholders.

Required:

Master’s in social work, Counseling, Psychology

Current license to provide independent psychotherapy services. Current OH licensure as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) required.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

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