Licensed Clinical Therapist

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Program Manager of Gender & Sexuality Behavioral Health Program, the Licensed Clinical Therapist (LICSW) evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of psycho-social problems, applying individual clinical social work skills in order to assist patients and their families in the resolution of personal and environmental problems, attributable to mental or physical illness, which prevent them from achieving their highest level of psycho-social functioning. The primary focus of this role will be treating patients in the Gender & Sexuality Behavioral Health Program and general adult psychiatry & behavioral health patients. 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 full biopsychosocial assessments on patients in the Department of Psychiatry outpatient program with a primary focus on LGBTQ+, gender and sexuality. Assists in planning a comprehensive care program for patients, which may involve case management, referral to community agencies, and obtaining resources for those patients who require a higher level of care. Develops treatment plans, supports initiatives, provides clinical intervention utilizing individual and group treatment modalities, and analyzes course and results of treatment. Participates as a team member in conferences concerning patients with other health care personnel and community agencies. Assesses advocacy needs and coordinates appropriate advocacy activities within the hospital and in the community with an emphasis on self‑determination for the client system. Remains current on available community resources and accesses them as needed. Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities and may attend training for specific areas of clinical responsibility. Participates in quality assurance activities in accordance with department, hospital and The Joint Commission standards. Adheres to departmental and hospital policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment of care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Basic knowledge: Master’s degree in Social Work and licensed through the RI Department of Health as a LICSW; must be eligible for credentialing to provide independent psychotherapy, both individual and family. Training and experience necessary to address the specific needs of the patients served in the assigned area, including Gender, Sexuality and working with LGBTQ+ populations; this includes particular needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served. Analytical 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: At least one year of clinical experience working with LGBTQ+/gender and sexuality population and general mental health counseling. 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: None. Pay Range $67,724.80 - $111,716.80 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 Mon‑Thu 8:00‑4:00 Work Shift Day Daily Hours 8 hours Driving Required No #J-18808-Ljbffr Brown University Health