Mental Health Counselor Intern — Social Work Trainee

Overview Mount Sinai Medical Center, a leading private not-for-profit hospital dedicated to training the next generation of medical pioneers, is hiring a Clinical Social Worker to support patient care across multiple facilities. Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of a licensed clinical social worker Initiates and completes comprehensive psychosocial assessments following unit guidelines and within the required timeframe. Attends and participates in interdisciplinary treatment conferences and reviews; communicates treatment goals to patients, families, and team members. Documents continuous assessment, intervention, and evaluation relative to patient progress, including discharge plans involving the patient and family as applicable. Selects and implements psychiatric interventions calculated to be most effective in the management of dysfunctional behavior patterns; utilizes crisis intervention techniques. Conducts individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy sessions utilizing theoretical knowledge and treatment techniques. Participates in or facilitates goal‑oriented educational group activities utilizing knowledge of basic dynamics of group interaction. Assists with alternative measures to avoid patient seclusion/restraints; assists in placing the patient in seclusion or restraints and observes suicide/seclusion precautions. Performs competently, calmly, and professionally during crises or emergency situations; responds promptly to emergencies and supports peers and co‑workers during stressful events. Manages the environment of care by assessing patients for fall risk, reporting safety concerns to the Nurse Director, and assists in coordinating the function of the therapeutic milieu. Takes inquiry calls and performs pre‑admission clinical assessments; understands the predominant diagnoses of the patient population served. Promotes surveillance, prevention, and control of infection by using and teaching hygienic practices. Identifies areas needing improvement and actively participates in the department’s performance improvement program; provides feedback to the Nurse Director on an ongoing basis regarding concerns, improvements, changes, etc. Attends and actively participates in departmental meetings and in‑service programs, providing suggestions and input. Seeks out and attends educational experiences related to enhancing job knowledge and performance; completes all required competencies per program regulation. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern or Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in Florida; CPR certification required; Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate within 6 months of employment. Education Master’s in Social Work or Master’s in Mental Health Counseling. Experience Desired (no minimum specified). Benefits Health benefits Life insurance Long‑term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On‑site housing for select positions #J-18808-Ljbffr Mount Sinai Medical Center