Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW or LPC)) - Partial Hospitalization Program

Partial Hospitalized Program

Adult PHP LCSW or LPC-MHSP (FT)
We are seeking a Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our Adult PHP program delivering high-quality group and individual psychotherapy using evidence informed approaches for patients experiencing acute and complex behavioral health needs. The ideal candidate has advanced expertise in Evidence Based Practices including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Additionally, this candidate is collaborative, driven to continuously grow and refine programming, and innovate care delivery.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides initial assessment and develops plan of care according to TN Department of Mental Health, The Joint Commission and CMS Best Practice Guidelines and within the scope of their license by the Tennessee Health Related Boards.
• Provides targeted evidence based interventions into clinical practice with patients.
• Facilitates transitions to appropriate levels of care via in person, telephone or telehealth contact.
• Acts as clinical liaison with patient, family, treatment team and community.
• Contributes to the organization by actively participating in process improvement initiatives and shared decision making.
• Engages in regularly scheduled supervision as required by the Tennessee Health Related Boards.
• Maintains professional documentation which meets department and VUMC standards as it relates to compliance.
• Provides leadership and supervision within scope of license to meet departmental needs.
• Maintains confidentiality and privilege in accordance with TN state codes and statutes
• Upholds ethical standards in accordance with relevant professional association’s code of ethics

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Licensed Master of Social Work - Tennessee

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

Less than 1 year

Education:

Master's

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.  EOE/Vets/Disabled.