Clinical Neuropsychologist - Pediatrics Job ID: R134712 Shift: 1st Full/Part Time: Full-time Pay Range: $62.15 - $93.25 Location: Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge - 1675 Dempster St Park Ridge, IL 60068 Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation within the position's pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F, provider creates schedule. Some hybrid flexibility for initial diagnostic visits and feedback sessions are allowed. The Neuropsychologist in this role will support inpatient and outpatient needs for Advocate Children's Hospital. Position Summary: We are seeking a Pediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist to be a part of our Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and General Pediatric Neuropsychology team. This role is split evenly, with 50% of time devoted to Hematology/Oncology referrals for patients transitioning off treatments, and 50% focused on non-Hematology/Oncology referrals from within Advocate Children's Hospital and the community. The position supports both inpatient and outpatient needs, with technician support provided. While some initial diagnostic visits and feedback sessions can be conducted virtually, all testing will be performed in person, with a private office provided at our facility. The neuropsychologist will collaborate with psychologists, neuropsychologists, physicians, school coordinators, and nursing staff to deliver comprehensive care. Responsibilities include neuropsychological testing for pediatric Hematology/Oncology patients as well as those with complex medical diagnoses, central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular conditions, brain injuries, and ADHD. The role also involves developing the neuropsychology program for the Hematology/Oncology population and requires flexibility, collaboration, and a commitment to training in this specialized area. Caseloads will vary based on the unique testing needs of each patient population. Below is a general description of the role shared across sites, duties may vary based on position and site. Major Responsibilities: Provision of Clinical Neuropsychological Services 1)Administers and interprets appropriate diagnostic instruments including patient and family interviews and neuropsychological tests to determine a patient's level of cognitive, psychological, emotional and behavioral functioning, including their adjustment to injury/illness. Recommends appropriate treatment plan and documents according to established department procedures and hospital policies. 2)Educates patient and family (where appropriate) regarding the nature of the patient's illness, it's expected course, treatment of illness and alternative treatments. 3)Formulates goal-oriented treatment plan with expected outcomes in collaboration with the patient and family where appropriate. 4)Assesses patient's and the patient family's level of understanding and motivation and level of compliance to engage in treatment according to plan, including their expected roles in the treatment process and makes appropriate changes in treatment plan as needed. 5)Provides diagnostic consultative services as ordered by the physician. 6)Conducts preliminary assessments to determine the appropriateness of the psychological testing as well as the selection of appropriate tests designed to address specific diagnostic questions. 7)Prepares psychological testing report and documents findings according to established procedures and standards. Communicates results and treatment plan to patient and family, and referring provider. 8)Develops strategies where appropriate to assist families and other health care providers in management of the patient's behaviors and illness. Program Specific Activities 1)Provides programmatic support to referring pediatric clinical programs, including but not limited to Sports Medicine/Concussion, Midwest Children's Brain Tumor Center, Pediatric Neurology and Developmental Pediatrics. 2)Provides ACH management teams with regular reports regarding all aspects of program development and evaluation. 3)Evaluates program performance in terms of process and outcome, suggesting functional improvements as necessary. 4)Works collaboratively with other staff and clinical and administrative professionals on projects of any nature. 5)Coordinates the clinical services of staff providing clinical supervision as appropriate and as assigned. 6)Other duties as assigned. Education and Training 1)Provides health care providers (i.e. psychologists, physicians, residents, nurses, therapists, social workers, aids) with education regarding neuropsychological factors in illness, treatment, and recovery from illness as well as approach to and management of patient and families. 2)Presents educational material in formal settings (i.e. rounds, seminars) to clinicians inside and outside of the hospital setting as assigned. 3)Presents educational issues to the community. 4)Provides clinical supervision of staff as appropriate as assigned by the Manager of Psychological Services. 5)Provide clinical training and supervision to psychology graduate students, medical residents and students according to departmental procedures, hospital policies, Division and Department standards, and Standards of Practice for Psychologists. Professional Growth & Development 1)Provides clinical services in a professional and customer friendly manner. 2)Conducts self in a professional and courteous manner with concern and respect for both internal and external customer needs. 3)Provides professional services in strict accordance with Ethics and Standards of Practice of the American Psychological Association for Licensed Clinical Psychologists. 4)All documentation of clinical services in the patient medical record and maintenance of the medical records are completed according to established departmental procedures; Division and departmental guidelines, hospital policies and Standards of Practice. 5)Attends and participates in all appropriate patient staffings to facilitate multidisciplinary treatment planning and care of patients and families, as well as aftercare planning collaborating with other health care providers on issues regarding patient treatment and management. 6)Attends and participates in continuing education for clinical neuropsychologists working with patients with psychiatric, psychological or behavioral health problems in accordance with standards set forth by the Division of Psychology / Department of Psychiatry. 7)Reports on conferences, seminars an
10/22/2025
Full time
Clinical Neuropsychologist - Pediatrics Job ID: R134712 Shift: 1st Full/Part Time: Full-time Pay Range: $62.15 - $93.25 Location: Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge - 1675 Dempster St Park Ridge, IL 60068 Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation within the position's pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F, provider creates schedule. Some hybrid flexibility for initial diagnostic visits and feedback sessions are allowed. The Neuropsychologist in this role will support inpatient and outpatient needs for Advocate Children's Hospital. Position Summary: We are seeking a Pediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist to be a part of our Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and General Pediatric Neuropsychology team. This role is split evenly, with 50% of time devoted to Hematology/Oncology referrals for patients transitioning off treatments, and 50% focused on non-Hematology/Oncology referrals from within Advocate Children's Hospital and the community. The position supports both inpatient and outpatient needs, with technician support provided. While some initial diagnostic visits and feedback sessions can be conducted virtually, all testing will be performed in person, with a private office provided at our facility. The neuropsychologist will collaborate with psychologists, neuropsychologists, physicians, school coordinators, and nursing staff to deliver comprehensive care. Responsibilities include neuropsychological testing for pediatric Hematology/Oncology patients as well as those with complex medical diagnoses, central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular conditions, brain injuries, and ADHD. The role also involves developing the neuropsychology program for the Hematology/Oncology population and requires flexibility, collaboration, and a commitment to training in this specialized area. Caseloads will vary based on the unique testing needs of each patient population. Below is a general description of the role shared across sites, duties may vary based on position and site. Major Responsibilities: Provision of Clinical Neuropsychological Services 1)Administers and interprets appropriate diagnostic instruments including patient and family interviews and neuropsychological tests to determine a patient's level of cognitive, psychological, emotional and behavioral functioning, including their adjustment to injury/illness. Recommends appropriate treatment plan and documents according to established department procedures and hospital policies. 2)Educates patient and family (where appropriate) regarding the nature of the patient's illness, it's expected course, treatment of illness and alternative treatments. 3)Formulates goal-oriented treatment plan with expected outcomes in collaboration with the patient and family where appropriate. 4)Assesses patient's and the patient family's level of understanding and motivation and level of compliance to engage in treatment according to plan, including their expected roles in the treatment process and makes appropriate changes in treatment plan as needed. 5)Provides diagnostic consultative services as ordered by the physician. 6)Conducts preliminary assessments to determine the appropriateness of the psychological testing as well as the selection of appropriate tests designed to address specific diagnostic questions. 7)Prepares psychological testing report and documents findings according to established procedures and standards. Communicates results and treatment plan to patient and family, and referring provider. 8)Develops strategies where appropriate to assist families and other health care providers in management of the patient's behaviors and illness. Program Specific Activities 1)Provides programmatic support to referring pediatric clinical programs, including but not limited to Sports Medicine/Concussion, Midwest Children's Brain Tumor Center, Pediatric Neurology and Developmental Pediatrics. 2)Provides ACH management teams with regular reports regarding all aspects of program development and evaluation. 3)Evaluates program performance in terms of process and outcome, suggesting functional improvements as necessary. 4)Works collaboratively with other staff and clinical and administrative professionals on projects of any nature. 5)Coordinates the clinical services of staff providing clinical supervision as appropriate and as assigned. 6)Other duties as assigned. Education and Training 1)Provides health care providers (i.e. psychologists, physicians, residents, nurses, therapists, social workers, aids) with education regarding neuropsychological factors in illness, treatment, and recovery from illness as well as approach to and management of patient and families. 2)Presents educational material in formal settings (i.e. rounds, seminars) to clinicians inside and outside of the hospital setting as assigned. 3)Presents educational issues to the community. 4)Provides clinical supervision of staff as appropriate as assigned by the Manager of Psychological Services. 5)Provide clinical training and supervision to psychology graduate students, medical residents and students according to departmental procedures, hospital policies, Division and Department standards, and Standards of Practice for Psychologists. Professional Growth & Development 1)Provides clinical services in a professional and customer friendly manner. 2)Conducts self in a professional and courteous manner with concern and respect for both internal and external customer needs. 3)Provides professional services in strict accordance with Ethics and Standards of Practice of the American Psychological Association for Licensed Clinical Psychologists. 4)All documentation of clinical services in the patient medical record and maintenance of the medical records are completed according to established departmental procedures; Division and departmental guidelines, hospital policies and Standards of Practice. 5)Attends and participates in all appropriate patient staffings to facilitate multidisciplinary treatment planning and care of patients and families, as well as aftercare planning collaborating with other health care providers on issues regarding patient treatment and management. 6)Attends and participates in continuing education for clinical neuropsychologists working with patients with psychiatric, psychological or behavioral health problems in accordance with standards set forth by the Division of Psychology / Department of Psychiatry. 7)Reports on conferences, seminars an
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SIDNEY, NE Join our caring community at Sidney Regional Medical Center in Sidney, Nebraska! We are currently pursuing a skilled and compassionate full-time Registered Nurse to join our PACU team in Surgery. At SRMC, our patients are our number one priority. We aim to provide extraordinary care every single day by ensuring that our patients well-being comes first, but amazing patient care starts with YOU. Your knowledge and expertise will make all the difference! Loan Repayment: SRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! We provide employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness. Why Us: Panhandle Hospitality: Bring your warmth and kindness to our patients with a smile. Close-Knit Team: Small community, big heart where every team member makes a difference. Meaningful Impact: Your dedication transforms lives and creates a supportive, caring environment. This position will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to patients being admitted for surgery and returning from surgery. This role focuses on assessment and preparation for the procedure and assisting patients through the transition from an anesthetized state to an awake condition. Ensuring patient safety during this vulnerable time is the responsibility of the perioperative registered nurse. Responsibilities: Ensure patients receive safe, quality care while in the pre-op and post-op phase of their encounter in compliance with established policies and procedures related to work schedule. Care for patients in pre-op teachings, pre-op holdings, and PACU. Restock blanket warmer, fluid warmer, patient bays, and complete daily supply order for PACU as needed. Assist in making and finalizing charts as needed. Assist with courtesy follow-up calls. The completion of the follow-up calls will be documented in the EMR. Assist with daily PACU charges to ensure completion. Demonstrate skills for the elements involved in first and secondary PACU recovery. Collect, evaluate, analyze, document, and prioritize pertinent patient data, identifying the full range of patient needs physical, psycho-social, spiritual, educational, and discharge. Conduct and document on patients through the EMR. Assist in making daily assignments as indicated for pre-op holding, recovery room, and pre-op teachings. Assist in adjusting schedule changes such as add-on cases, time changes, etc. Communicate concerns of patient care with Director of Surgery, Surgery Manager, and PACU Charge Nurse. Communicate effectively between patient, patient s family, physicians, and other staff members of the healthcare team. Coordinate and evaluate patient s care to ensure continuity. Demonstrate the completion of the PACU log book and discharge sheet. Identify and recognize abnormal symptoms/changes in patient s condition, established priorities, and take appropriate action. Informs and involves Director of Surgery regarding patient care issues in a timely and appropriate manner. Promote and ensure patient safety in performance of all responsibilities. Possess a working knowledge of medications and their correct administration, along with the signs and symptoms of side effects. Know and follow the 5 Rs of administration medications. Demonstrate proficient technical/clinical skills and operational knowledge of equipment in Surgical Care area. Utilizes proper body mechanics, transfer/lifting techniques, and appropriate equipment to minimize fall risk to the patient and injury to self. Other duties as assigned by management. Requirements: Graduate from an accredited Registered Nurse Nursing program. License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nebraska. Graduate with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science (BSN) in Nursing. Prefer one year of Medical Surgical or ICU experience. New graduates considered. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Benefits: Generous paid time off. Education reimbursement opportunities. Growing 401(k) retirement program up to 5% company match. Comprehensive dental, vision, disability, and accident insurance. Insurance for critical illness, health, and life. Sidney Regional Medical Center is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
10/01/2025
Full time
THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN SIDNEY, NE Join our caring community at Sidney Regional Medical Center in Sidney, Nebraska! We are currently pursuing a skilled and compassionate full-time Registered Nurse to join our PACU team in Surgery. At SRMC, our patients are our number one priority. We aim to provide extraordinary care every single day by ensuring that our patients well-being comes first, but amazing patient care starts with YOU. Your knowledge and expertise will make all the difference! Loan Repayment: SRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! We provide employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness. Why Us: Panhandle Hospitality: Bring your warmth and kindness to our patients with a smile. Close-Knit Team: Small community, big heart where every team member makes a difference. Meaningful Impact: Your dedication transforms lives and creates a supportive, caring environment. This position will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to patients being admitted for surgery and returning from surgery. This role focuses on assessment and preparation for the procedure and assisting patients through the transition from an anesthetized state to an awake condition. Ensuring patient safety during this vulnerable time is the responsibility of the perioperative registered nurse. Responsibilities: Ensure patients receive safe, quality care while in the pre-op and post-op phase of their encounter in compliance with established policies and procedures related to work schedule. Care for patients in pre-op teachings, pre-op holdings, and PACU. Restock blanket warmer, fluid warmer, patient bays, and complete daily supply order for PACU as needed. Assist in making and finalizing charts as needed. Assist with courtesy follow-up calls. The completion of the follow-up calls will be documented in the EMR. Assist with daily PACU charges to ensure completion. Demonstrate skills for the elements involved in first and secondary PACU recovery. Collect, evaluate, analyze, document, and prioritize pertinent patient data, identifying the full range of patient needs physical, psycho-social, spiritual, educational, and discharge. Conduct and document on patients through the EMR. Assist in making daily assignments as indicated for pre-op holding, recovery room, and pre-op teachings. Assist in adjusting schedule changes such as add-on cases, time changes, etc. Communicate concerns of patient care with Director of Surgery, Surgery Manager, and PACU Charge Nurse. Communicate effectively between patient, patient s family, physicians, and other staff members of the healthcare team. Coordinate and evaluate patient s care to ensure continuity. Demonstrate the completion of the PACU log book and discharge sheet. Identify and recognize abnormal symptoms/changes in patient s condition, established priorities, and take appropriate action. Informs and involves Director of Surgery regarding patient care issues in a timely and appropriate manner. Promote and ensure patient safety in performance of all responsibilities. Possess a working knowledge of medications and their correct administration, along with the signs and symptoms of side effects. Know and follow the 5 Rs of administration medications. Demonstrate proficient technical/clinical skills and operational knowledge of equipment in Surgical Care area. Utilizes proper body mechanics, transfer/lifting techniques, and appropriate equipment to minimize fall risk to the patient and injury to self. Other duties as assigned by management. Requirements: Graduate from an accredited Registered Nurse Nursing program. License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nebraska. Graduate with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science (BSN) in Nursing. Prefer one year of Medical Surgical or ICU experience. New graduates considered. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Benefits: Generous paid time off. Education reimbursement opportunities. Growing 401(k) retirement program up to 5% company match. Comprehensive dental, vision, disability, and accident insurance. Insurance for critical illness, health, and life. Sidney Regional Medical Center is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
At Heartland Family Service, we are committed to building a culture that is trauma informed and values and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe this allows for better service delivery and innovation, as it encourages our employees to bring various experiences and uniqueness to the workplace. Trauma Informed Care is an approach to engaging people with histories of trauma that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma has played in their lives. Trauma Informed Care also acknowledges the effects of working with trauma survivors on our workforce, and seeks to build collaborative and supportive working environments and relationships. If you believe in our mission of creating healthy families and communities, and like a fast pace, collaborative and team oriented environment, then Heartland Family Service is the agency for you. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF WORK Heartland Family Service provides a continuum of care for at-risk youth. We understand the importance of building rapport with this population and it is more likely that youth will participate in ongoing treatment if they have a positive working relationship with their therapist. Our agency offers continued mental health treatment by the same therapist despite level of care when deemed appropriate by the therapist, Clinical Supervisor, youth and youth's family. The levels of care would include detention-based and shelter crisis intervention/stabilization, mental health and substance use outpatient services and in-home therapy. Professionals at this level are experienced and able to work with a minimum amount of supervision. High production standards are especially required at this level. The therapist assigned to this program is expected to have a high level of skill in adolescent assessment, treatment and therapeutic family interventions, and to be familiar with evidence based practices as appropriate to this population. Training in supervision and management is encouraged. The therapist who is given duties at a lead therapist level is recognized for their clinical expertise. This is an opportunity to gain experience in clinical and program leadership. Lead Therapists may be assigned to tasks such as the following, depending on program needs: crisis availability for their location, documentation review and compliance, clinical program change projects, monitoring of program fidelity, QI reports, or other tasks. They may be assigned to provide orientation of new staff, licensure supervision, or supervision of interns. In programs with a small number of clinical staff, (usually, fewer than three) a Lead Therapist may be assigned to provide on site clinical supervision. Assignments may entail a wide knowledge base, decision-making, problem solving and the ability to be flexible with scheduling. The ability to work with a wide range of employees and clients is necessary for this position. The lead therapist must be detail oriented, organized and able to meet deadlines. Organized, constructive, and team oriented problem solving ability is critical. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m to 5:00 p.m., may include one evening per week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities *Works with Mental Health (MH) team staff at Douglas County Youth Center (DCYC) to provide therapeutic services, optimizing accessibility to mental health services for youth. *Conducts a comprehensive intake assessment on all youth entering the facility. *Conducts individual suicide assessments and reassessments as necessary, provides subsequent recommendations to MH team members and DCYC staff. *Determines whether client needs mental health, substance abuse, and/or family therapy; determines needed level of care; refers to appropriate level of care. *Provides services including coping skills training, problem solving and stress management education through individual, group and family consultation. *Provides counseling to individuals and families in group or individual settings, monitors progress. *Handles cases involving adolescent and family issues of increasing complexity. *Provides consultation and training to DCYC staff including training, education on indicators to assist in early recognition of problem areas, assistance to staff in implementing transition plans for youth. *Assists MH team in monitoring and managing DCYC environment to maximize safety and prevent crisis situations. *Provides mental health crisis intervention as needed. *Refers to other Heartland Family Service programs and other community services, as necessary upon discharge; follows up with Case Manager to complete referral. *Is dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance. *Provide program leadership in implementation of services provided by juvenile justice facilities. *Assist leadership, when necessary, to implement program changes to meet audit requirements. Meets clinical requirements of third party payers (authorizations, reviews, documentation) and provides information necessary for prompt and accurate billing. Maintains relationships with referral sources. Coordinates care when provided by multiple practitioners. Completes all case documentation for clinical and billing purposes. Maintains clinical record, meeting established standards of timeliness and completeness. Is prompt and accurate in completing all required reports, statistics and other requirements. Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency and DCYC. *Maintain an advanced clinical practice, meeting assigned productivity standard and meeting relevant documentation timelines in their own work. *Assist Program Director and Clinical Supervisor in implementing program changes to meet fidelity, contract, audit, or other requirements. Provide supervision of clinical interns and/or other assigned staff with licensure related supervision needs. As assigned, provide orientation to newly hired therapists Provide back up/crisis availability in assigned location. *As designated, review evaluations and other clinical documentation to ensure appropriateness and training progression. Cooperate and collaborate with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff. Abide by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies and requirements. Creates, maintains and shares as appropriate a dynamic self-care plan. * Strives to make connections between the agency and the larger community whenever possible in order to contribute to the agency's ongoing fundraising and friend-raising efforts. * Essential functions of this job is to be performed on company physical work site Perform other program related duties as assigned. *DENOTES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work Three years or more experience with Child Welfare Services or Juvenile Services LMHP or LCSW required; LADC preferred. Valid drivers license/ acceptable driving record COMPETENCIES Non-Judgmental Self-care- Practices good self-care; maintains effective emotional regulation and manages stress. Integrity-An authentic and honest therapist plays a key role in the client's recovery. Often, a therapist will inadvertently become a role model for the client. That means the therapist should conduct their personal and professional lives with honesty and integrity. Critical thinking- A therapist needs to have the ability to see beyond the surface of the clients issues. Continuous learning- stay updated on the latest research and treatment plans to help clients in the best way possible. Active listening Organization and Time-Management Strategies-Responsible for keeping track of paperwork, fees for clients. Communication -Exhibits clear and concise verbal and written communications; communicates honestly and directly. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT (Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
08/30/2021
Full time
At Heartland Family Service, we are committed to building a culture that is trauma informed and values and celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe this allows for better service delivery and innovation, as it encourages our employees to bring various experiences and uniqueness to the workplace. Trauma Informed Care is an approach to engaging people with histories of trauma that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and acknowledges the role that trauma has played in their lives. Trauma Informed Care also acknowledges the effects of working with trauma survivors on our workforce, and seeks to build collaborative and supportive working environments and relationships. If you believe in our mission of creating healthy families and communities, and like a fast pace, collaborative and team oriented environment, then Heartland Family Service is the agency for you. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF WORK Heartland Family Service provides a continuum of care for at-risk youth. We understand the importance of building rapport with this population and it is more likely that youth will participate in ongoing treatment if they have a positive working relationship with their therapist. Our agency offers continued mental health treatment by the same therapist despite level of care when deemed appropriate by the therapist, Clinical Supervisor, youth and youth's family. The levels of care would include detention-based and shelter crisis intervention/stabilization, mental health and substance use outpatient services and in-home therapy. Professionals at this level are experienced and able to work with a minimum amount of supervision. High production standards are especially required at this level. The therapist assigned to this program is expected to have a high level of skill in adolescent assessment, treatment and therapeutic family interventions, and to be familiar with evidence based practices as appropriate to this population. Training in supervision and management is encouraged. The therapist who is given duties at a lead therapist level is recognized for their clinical expertise. This is an opportunity to gain experience in clinical and program leadership. Lead Therapists may be assigned to tasks such as the following, depending on program needs: crisis availability for their location, documentation review and compliance, clinical program change projects, monitoring of program fidelity, QI reports, or other tasks. They may be assigned to provide orientation of new staff, licensure supervision, or supervision of interns. In programs with a small number of clinical staff, (usually, fewer than three) a Lead Therapist may be assigned to provide on site clinical supervision. Assignments may entail a wide knowledge base, decision-making, problem solving and the ability to be flexible with scheduling. The ability to work with a wide range of employees and clients is necessary for this position. The lead therapist must be detail oriented, organized and able to meet deadlines. Organized, constructive, and team oriented problem solving ability is critical. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m to 5:00 p.m., may include one evening per week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities *Works with Mental Health (MH) team staff at Douglas County Youth Center (DCYC) to provide therapeutic services, optimizing accessibility to mental health services for youth. *Conducts a comprehensive intake assessment on all youth entering the facility. *Conducts individual suicide assessments and reassessments as necessary, provides subsequent recommendations to MH team members and DCYC staff. *Determines whether client needs mental health, substance abuse, and/or family therapy; determines needed level of care; refers to appropriate level of care. *Provides services including coping skills training, problem solving and stress management education through individual, group and family consultation. *Provides counseling to individuals and families in group or individual settings, monitors progress. *Handles cases involving adolescent and family issues of increasing complexity. *Provides consultation and training to DCYC staff including training, education on indicators to assist in early recognition of problem areas, assistance to staff in implementing transition plans for youth. *Assists MH team in monitoring and managing DCYC environment to maximize safety and prevent crisis situations. *Provides mental health crisis intervention as needed. *Refers to other Heartland Family Service programs and other community services, as necessary upon discharge; follows up with Case Manager to complete referral. *Is dependable and punctual regarding scheduling and attendance. *Provide program leadership in implementation of services provided by juvenile justice facilities. *Assist leadership, when necessary, to implement program changes to meet audit requirements. Meets clinical requirements of third party payers (authorizations, reviews, documentation) and provides information necessary for prompt and accurate billing. Maintains relationships with referral sources. Coordinates care when provided by multiple practitioners. Completes all case documentation for clinical and billing purposes. Maintains clinical record, meeting established standards of timeliness and completeness. Is prompt and accurate in completing all required reports, statistics and other requirements. Displays a courteous and caring attitude at all times to the clientele, volunteers, and visitors of the Agency and DCYC. *Maintain an advanced clinical practice, meeting assigned productivity standard and meeting relevant documentation timelines in their own work. *Assist Program Director and Clinical Supervisor in implementing program changes to meet fidelity, contract, audit, or other requirements. Provide supervision of clinical interns and/or other assigned staff with licensure related supervision needs. As assigned, provide orientation to newly hired therapists Provide back up/crisis availability in assigned location. *As designated, review evaluations and other clinical documentation to ensure appropriateness and training progression. Cooperate and collaborate with program area staff, volunteers, and other Agency staff. Abide by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies and requirements. Creates, maintains and shares as appropriate a dynamic self-care plan. * Strives to make connections between the agency and the larger community whenever possible in order to contribute to the agency's ongoing fundraising and friend-raising efforts. * Essential functions of this job is to be performed on company physical work site Perform other program related duties as assigned. *DENOTES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work Three years or more experience with Child Welfare Services or Juvenile Services LMHP or LCSW required; LADC preferred. Valid drivers license/ acceptable driving record COMPETENCIES Non-Judgmental Self-care- Practices good self-care; maintains effective emotional regulation and manages stress. Integrity-An authentic and honest therapist plays a key role in the client's recovery. Often, a therapist will inadvertently become a role model for the client. That means the therapist should conduct their personal and professional lives with honesty and integrity. Critical thinking- A therapist needs to have the ability to see beyond the surface of the clients issues. Continuous learning- stay updated on the latest research and treatment plans to help clients in the best way possible. Active listening Organization and Time-Management Strategies-Responsible for keeping track of paperwork, fees for clients. Communication -Exhibits clear and concise verbal and written communications; communicates honestly and directly. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT (Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions). While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.