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Employee will participate in General Facility Orientation and Department / Job Orientation, including competencies for this position.  CPR Certification along with a minimum of 24 hours of annual training through HealthStream, which includes HIPAA and Therapeutic Boundaries training is required. Employee will attend facility safety trainings and scheduled staff meetings.

 

Every year, employees must participate in Calvary Center annual staff requirements, including testing for Tuberculosis.  Staff members must attend all mandatory in-services along with required CEU’s that enhance their professional growth and development.

 

Employees will receive performance appraisals/evaluations after ninety (90) days (per supervisors discretion,) and annually thereafter.

 

 

Duties:

 

1.            Create and implement individualized treatment plan for patients in a timely manner.  Treatment plan is consistent with the needs indicated in psycho-social history and appropriate assessments.

 

2.            Consult with the Intake and Business Development department to determine if there are any referral sources that require communication with the therapist.

 

3.            Verify that proper “Release of Information� is in place to allow for continuity of care between Calvary Center and patient’s primary care physician, personal therapist, referral source, employer, family members and any other invested party.

 

4.            Communicate clearly and effectively either through written correspondence or telephonically with family members and other invested parties.

 

5.            Adhere to all applicable HIPAA and confidentiality laws.  Inform patients of these laws as appropriate.

 

6.            Inform patients and family of duty to warn and duty to protect obligations.

 

7.            Counsel patients in one-on-one therapy in order to optimize their treatment experience by keeping them focused on treatment objectives and discharge planning when needed.

 

8.            Facilitate group therapy in a manner that optimizes peer experiences and input.

 

9.            Create, update and present educational lectures (at least 1 per month) to patients to provide pertinent information of the recovery process.

 

10.          Email daily flash reports to effectively communicate daily updates and utilization progress to Outpatient Director and Business office.

 

11.          Participate in weekly case review of patients to discuss treatment progress and obtain peer input regarding treatment plan updates.

 

12.          Create and maintain daily progress notes for each individual patient documenting daily activities and patient dialog in group and individual sessions utilizing a “NAP� format.

 

13.          Complete clinical discharge summary no later than the day a patient is discharged.

 

14.          Supervise student interns to provide a good understanding of the responsibilities of a therapist.

 

15.          Maintain open and positive communication with all departments.

 

16.          Protect client rights by providing treatment that promotes client dignity, independence, individuality, strengths and privacy.

 

17.          Take personal responsibility to maintain personal Licensure requirements set forth by the Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.

 

18.          Adhere to “Time and Attendance� policy.

 

19.          Adhere to all Calvary and UHS corporate policies and procedures.

 

20.          Maintain professional demeanor in dress, attitude, and adhere Calvary’s dress code policy.

 

21.          Effectively use the utilization management system of insurance to maximize treatment for patients.

 

22.          Perform other duties as assigned.

 

23.       Maintain coordinating efforts with the Landlord of the satellite location.

 

24.       Travel to main campus to maintain patient charting and coordinate with other depts. (such as intake, detox, residential, php and business office).

 

25.       Engage in business development activities specific to marketing the satellite location.

 

26.       Maintain supplies, housekeeping and equipment for satellite location.

Service Excellence:

1. Represents Calvary in a manner which conveys a professional, courteous, caring, and cooperative attitude.

    

2. Is knowledgeable of Patient Rights and treats all patients with dignity and respect in a consistent, caring manner.

    

3. Understands the  need for and maintains appropriate confidentiality (HIPPA)at all times when interacting with patients, families, visitors, phone calls and all other contacts.

    

4. Exhibits excellent customer relations skills as evidenced by supportive and constructive communication with all contacts including coworkers, patients, visitors and families.

    

5. Utilizes an open, non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, professional and therapeutic approach with all patients.

    

6. Demonstrates professional behavior and interpersonal skills reflective of Calvary's mission statement and philosophy.

    

7. Complies with facility, departmental, safety and human resources policies.

    

8. Promotes a safe work environment for self and coworkers by complying with environment of care, safety, infection control and standard precautions guidelines.

    

9. Maintains a neat, professional appearance consistent with the facility’s dress code.

    

10. Maintains scheduling requirements, attendance and punctuality in accordance with hospital policy.

     

11. Complies with facility ethical standards. Seeks out sources to address ethical concerns as they relate to patient care.

     

12. Understands the need for appropriate patient/staff boundaries and maintains a strict therapeutic relationship during active treatment. Discontinues communication with patient upon discharge. Informs supervisor of any patient contact after discharge.

     

13. Demonstrates ability to professionally interact with other team members and offers constructive alternatives.

     

14. Serves as role model through maintaining a professional approach and providing a positive work environment and team spirit.

 

Professional Behavior and Development:

1. Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth and development through participation at in-services, workshops, staff meetings. 

    

2. Is receptive to supervisory feedback and appropriately utilizes feedback.

    

3. Establishes own professional goals and plans for future growth.

    

4. Gives notification at least four hours in advance if not able to report for work and submits vacation requests for scheduled time off.

    

5. Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the patients and the department.

    

6. Utilizes effective communication skills in reporting pertinent information in a timely manner.

    

7. Informs supervisor of current activities and reports unusual occurrences, incidents or unexpected outcomes

    

8. Recognizes own limitations, seeks information and advice when unable to solve conflicts/problems on an individual basis.

    

Critical Thinking:

1. Demonstrates ability to work with clients and develop individualized treatment plans based on their needs.

    

2. Demonstrates ability to work with managed care companies to flex benefits to maximize for patients.

 

1. Demonstrates ability to think critically spontaneously as patient's needs change.