Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center is attuned to the healthcare issues that matter to the people of North Brooklyn. Woodhull focuses on preventing disease and promoting healthy lifestyles by reaching out to the community at various locations.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

TOUR 2 (9am - 5pm)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To provide clinical supervision and coordination of Clinical and Administrative services for the Child Crisis Intervention Service (CCIS).

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Supervision and management of CCIS program at Woodhull Pediatric Emergency Room.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Director for Social Work Services or Associate Director
 Completes psychosocial database for assessment of Social Work needs using approved instruments.
 Function as child crisis specialist who is a clinical consultant in the pediatric ER, engaging the child and family and will provide initial therapeutic intervention intended to motivate both to engage in the aftercare treatment.
 Evaluates high risk /emotionally disturbed patients screened by the ED R.N. and ED physician. Provides a thorough assessment including patient's baseline knowledge of condition and treatment plan; determines patient's self-management/coping skills, identifies patient's support systems, needs and barriers.
 Assists the patient to function within the physical and emotional limitations of their illness and treatment through the maximization of formal and informal supports and coping mechanisms.
 Facilitate transition from the ER service to Outpatient care to ensure continuity of care and to reduce re-hospitalization Collaborate with team members in the planning and care of the patient.
 Educate patient and link them to appropriate agencies, ACS, School based programs and mental health clinics families about child's illness, treatment recommendations, recovery process,
 Follow up with treatment providers and patient families in regard to adherence to treatment recommendations both within the facility and in the community.
 Maintains effective communication with physicians, nursing staff, social work staff, clients/patients, families and others related to care planning.
 Provide patient with crisis counseling and advocacy, as required.
 Provides clinical supervision of the assigned social work staff of the unit.
 Insures adequate coverage and continuity of patient care at all times.
 Coordinates staff activities to meet the needs of the department.
 Participates in the formulation of standards, polices, and procedures for orientation, supervision and in-service training of social work staff.
 Provides orientation to new staff and updates incumbent staff of changes in policy, procedure, or standards.
 Knowledgeable of departmental, facility, network, city, state, federal and JCAHO standards and regulations.
 Monitors staff activities to ensure compliance with all the above.
 Provides information about and acts as linkage to available community resources.
 Participates in the department's Performance Improvement meetings and projects.
 Ensure staff documents all interventions and continuing care plans in the patient's medical record in accordance with departmental and hospital policies.
 Completes performance evaluations for assigned staff.
 Maintains and completes statistics and reports.
 Maintains a caseload as required
 Conducts and/or attends individual, unit, departmental and intra/inter hospital meetings as mandated by the department's administrator.

SKILLS:
 Thorough knowledge of social work techniques for working with individuals, groups and families.
 Ability to educate and orient staff on appropriate social work technique with a variety of populations and modalities.
 Communicates effectively with staff at all levels within the department and throughout the hospital.
 Analyzes situations, identifies problems, evaluates resolutions and implements appropriate action.
 Provides leadership and team building.
 Assists staff with development of their social work skills.
 Instructs staff on appropriate standards and methods of documentation.
 Establishes priorities and accomplish multiple tasks.
 Understands the impact of the disease process/ mental illness on psychosocial functioning

Minimum Qualifications
1. Valid license as an LCSW issued by the NYSED, and two (2) years of supervisory experience, as described above.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs