General Summary of Position
At Harbor, we value a highly supportive work environment and strong cohesive team of colleagues. A newer outpatient facility located near the Inner Harbor & Port Covington with beautiful surroundings and hiking trail onsite. Therapists paid on salary and unimpacted by patient cancellations or open appointments. The clinic provides full support for administrative duties and coordination of a full spectrum of behavioral health care. Therapists have options for both a 4-day work week and to work remotely. MedStar offers competitive salaries, generous PTO, paid holidays, sick & disability leave. Comprehensive health & life insurance plans, 403B with 6% matching, educational reimbursement, free continuing education, wellness services, and other company perks!

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Psychiatric Nursing._x000D_ Required

Experience

• 1-2 years 2 years experience in the assessment and disposition of behavioral health disorders. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• LCSW-C licensure in the State of Maryland Required and
• Licensure by discipline Preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to provide therapeutic interventions.
• Ability to make independent clinical decisions.
• Verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities


• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Completes documentation relevant to activities. Complies with and ensures adherence to documentation standards. Complies with data collection, entry, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinates admission to programs and services within Behavioral Health Services and associated programs. Provides and coordinates referrals to internal or external resources as appropriate.
• Participates in the management of aggressive patients as needed to ensure the safety of patient, self, and others. Recognizes early warning signs of escalating behaviors and intervenes as appropriate.
• Provides clinical and/or administrative support to Assess Crisis Intervention Services (ACIS) as directed.
• Provides clinical assessment, evaluation, and disposition of persons presenting with behavioral health concerns or illness.
• Provides support to Emergency Department personnel for behavioral health issues.
• Serves as liaison to referral sources, outside agencies, third-party payors, and other interested parties as appropriate and within limits of confidentiality.
• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.




About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.