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At Riverside, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our organization is running optimally and safely, helping keep the community healthy. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to succeed in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as a team. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

FTE: 0.500000

Shift: Varies

Location: RIVERSIDE 400 BUILDING

 

Summary:

The Well In Mind Employee Assistance Therapist is a skilled professional practitioner with competence in the role of clinician, educator, liaison and resource person. Establishes goals and priorities in accordance with patient and staff needs and organizational objectives. Has the ethical and professional obligation to provide patients with the best of care possible within the limits of the program parameters.

 

Experience/Education Requirements:

Masters Degree in counseling or social work or related fieldMinimum 2 years clinical experience.Demonstrates familiarity with short-term crisis intervention, understanding of individual and group psychotherapy, family intervention, workplace performance and workplace dynamics.Possess broad understanding of various theoretical perspectives in evaluation patient/staff needs and responses.

License or Certification Requirements:

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

 

 

Responsibilities:

Assumes responsibility for own clinical competency and continued educationCollaborates with healthcare team to include HR and Department Managers regarding specific needs.Collaborates with Human Resources and organizational management when notified of mandatory EAP referrals.Develops and implements teaching programs and communication plans in coordination with employee Wellness initiatives.Develops methods of assessments, treatments and referrals and delivers care in a systematic manner.Therapist maintains confidentiality according to regulations and organizational expectations, and does not share information without the client's written consent.Functions in the role of clinician, educator, liaison and resource person.Identifies agencies / community corporations and makes outside referrals appropriatelyMaintains statistical data to identify utilization, trends and opportunities for teaching and training. Utilize Pet Therapy as a treatment modality

 

 

Credentials:
Essential:
* LIC CLIN PROF COUNSELOR

 

Education:
Essential:
* MASTERS DEGREE

 

Riverside Healthcare is revolutionizing care using leading-edge technology to diagnose and treat patients. We are ranked top in the nation for performance in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and heart surgery and have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics seven times. Riverside is nationally recognized for our specialty programs in obstetrics, trauma, oncology, rehabilitation, geriatrics, occupational health, psychiatric services, and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency, as well as patient safety. We combine innovation and convenience at state-of-the-art facilities located in communities throughout the greater Kankakee area.

Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

 

Other information:

Exposure/Sensory Requirements

 

Exposure to:
Chemicals: Refer to MSDS Sheets
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Obtaining and transporting patient body fluids. Controlling the agitated patient, such as scratches, human bites, etc. This potential exposure is reduced through the use of universal precautions.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Minimal - Exposure potential reduced through the use of universal precautions.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Required to communicate with patients and other staff.
Vision: Required to read materials, such as medical record.
Smell: N/A
Hearing: Needed for telephone communication and patient safety.
Touch: Needed for supportive/comforting interventions and control.

Activity/Lifting Requirements

 

Average Hours per Week: 40

Shift: All

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 20%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 20%
Crawl: 2.5%
Walk: 25%
Kneel: 2.5%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 5%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 1%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 50 lbs: Not Required
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 60
Twist: 3
Stand:15
Crawl: 1
Walk: 60
Kneel: 3
Lift: 3
Drive:0
Squat: 3
Climb: 2
Bend: 3
Reach above shoulders: 1

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
Simple grasp Normal weight:frequent
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: occasionally
Fine Manipulation: Writing, taking vital signs

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: None

Environmental Factors & Special Hazards

 

Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
Inside hours: 7
Outside hours : 1

Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Dry
Atmosphere:

Special Hazards: Other - potentially aggressive/violent patients.
Protective Clothing Required: Gloves to maintain universal precautions.