Volunteer Licensed Social Worker or Behavioral Related Field -bilingual a plus but not required!

Overview Founded in 2001, The Clinic was the dream of two women, Dr. Lorna B. Stuart and the Reverend Marie Swayze. Dr. Stuart and Marie wanted to create a medical center that would provide primary medical care services to people who did not have medical insurance. Phoenixville Free Clinic is located in the former rectory of St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Phoenixville. The populations we serve are people who truly fall through the cracks of human and social services. Our patients are people from all walks of life, from downsized employees and small business owners, to students and recent immigrants; old and young, male and female. They do not qualify for Medicare or Medicaid. Since opening, we have provided over 150,000 patient visits. Our services include primary care as well as pediatrics, cardiology, pulmonary, orthopedics, allergy, gynecology, physical therapy and mental health counseling. We rely on corporate, individual donations and grants. Our volunteers are the heart and soul of Phoenixville Free Clinic that we could not exist without. Responsibilities (Psychotherapy Services) Purpose: Enhance integrated psychotherapy services to patients at Phoenixville Free Clinic. Provide individual, couples, and/or family consultations and psychotherapy with patients including Comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and baseline screenings and corresponding diagnosis. Basic psychoeducation for patients and their support systems. Medication adherence and disease self-management counseling. Motivational interviewing and other therapeutic techniques to develop behavioral strategies aimed at symptom reduction and improved quality of life. Self-care plan development and problem-solving skills to facilitate disease self-management, improved coping, distress tolerance, stress reduction, and relaxation. Evaluation and identification of maladaptive coping strategies and development of harm reduction strategies. Follow-up with patients and coordinate services with other providers (internal and external) as needed. Develop treatment goals and discharge plans with formal and informal recommendations and referrals. Complete all charting as needed and required, including assessment, diagnosing, and progress notes. Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest research and treatments to provide the best care possible Adhere to all healthcare laws, regulations, and standards to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenixville Free Clinic