SUMMARY
- Under the general supervision of the Directors for TMH Consult Service and Brown University Health Recovery Center, evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of psychosocial problems, applying individual clinical social work skills in order to assist patients and their families and the resolution of personal and environmental problems, attributable to mental or physical illness, which prevents them from achieving her highest level of psychosocial functioning. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done.
- The core
- Success
- Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and
- Community
- Focus and
- Collaborate
- RESPONSIBILITIES: Completes comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to determine stage of change regarding substance use and appropriate level of care Collaborate with the primary care team for behavioral health expertise and guidance on viable treatment options, MOUD initiation, and provide resources at discharge Provide education to patients and loved ones regarding impact of substance use on patient’s health to aid in increasing motivation to change. Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team to formulate comprehensive care planning for patients presenting with substance use disorders and at times with co-morbid psychiatric stressors and respond to crisis intervention needs of patients. This may involve referral to community agencies and obtaining resources for those patients who require a higher level of care. Arrange referrals for patients presenting with acuity needs higher than outpatient level of care. Develops treatment plans, provides clinical intervention, utilizing individual and group treatment modalities, and analyzes course and results of treatment. As relevant to clinical assignment, remains current on available community resources, and accesses them as needed. Offer flexible walk-in hours to offer patients rapid access to treatment. Facilitate and/or co-facilitate groups that are based in Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Relapse prevention, Motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy/mindfulness-based interventions ;color:#0070C0 Collaborate and coordinate with Psych CL colleagues regarding shared cases; provide additional assessments and assistance with referralsas indicated ;color:#0070C0 Participates in the development of the addiction service programs across Brown University Health ;color:#0070C0 Provide educational opportunities and related support to MSW interns during their academic year; collaborate with learner’s educational facility and complete associated tasks. Contribute and facilitate education to Addiction Medicine Fellows, Residents and
- Medical
- Students through case discussions and modeling color:#0070C0 Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities. May attend training for specific areas of clinical responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications
BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Master's degree in Social Work and licensed through the RI Department of Health as a LICSW. And/or LCDP. (Licensed Chemical Dependencyb font-size: 11pt Professional) font-size: 12.0ptMust be eligible for credentialing to provide independent psychotherapy, both individual and family. font-size: 12.0ptTraining and experience necessary to address the specific needs of the patients served in assigned area of responsibility including general medical population with behavioral health needs. font-size: 12.0ptAnalytical and therapy skills necessary to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, initiate therapy and evaluate results. Ability to effectively interact with patients, families, medical staff and outside agencies in providing services. EXPERIENCE: font-size: 12.0ptAt least one year of clinical experience in general mental health counseling and addiction treatment. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to program manager or his designee, where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: font-size: 12.0ptNone. Pay Range: - EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location
- Brown Health Medical
- Group - 167
- Point
- Street
- Providence,
- Rhode
- Island 02903
- Work
- Type:
- M-F 8:30am-5:00pm
- Work
- Shift:
- Day
- Daily
- Hours: 8 hours
- Driving
- Required: Yes As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of
- The
- Warren
- Alpert
- Medical
- School of
- Brown
- University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission
