Schedule/Shift/Hours PRN - (As Needed) - Days - 12 Hour Shifts
Position Summary:
Conducts initial assessments of patients to determine mental health needs and establish care requirements. Responsibilities:
May assign patients to mental health practitioners based on intake assessments
Performs utilization reviews in accordance with the hospital's UR plan to ensure adherence to federal regulations
Coordinates discharge planning for the Behavioral Health Unit
Provides clinical supervision to staff working towards licensure
Performs a variety of tasks
Leads and directs the work of others
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required
Typically reports to the head of a unit/department
Performs other related duties as assigned
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications :
Master’s degree in social work or counseling or related field (i.e. Psychology) required
LCSW/LCPC Idaho state license required; current license in another state as a LCSW/LCPC or equivalent acceptable with license in the State of Idaho required within one year of hire
3 years of fulltime psychological experience in social work assessment format, treatment planning and crisis intervention required
Certified to provide supervision to therapists seeking State of Idaho licensure
Crisis prevention training, or must acquire within 6 months of employment, required
BLS required
Working Conditions :
Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
Repetitive movements
Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs
About Kootenai Health:
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
Robust and interactive employee referral program
And much more
If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!
Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following:
Tuition assistance and career development programs
Robust Retirement Plan
Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
Employee referral bonus program
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