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This is a unique position to support specialty psychological and mental health services to spouses, significant others, and family members who are caregivers for individuals diagnosed with dementia. This position will collaborate with the Carilion Clinic Navigation Program in providing specialty psychological services that include:
•    Individual psychotherapy services
•    Group psychotherapy services
•    Support and community education services

Hours: Generally 8-5, some evenings/weekend support or programming hours as necessary

No supervisory responsibilities or duties. Orients new employees and may provide guidance to unlicensed therapists, volunteers, students, support or contract staff. Requires close communication with counselors, clinical staff, community agencies, employers, and treatment facilities. Accesses, enters and/or updates confidential information. Appropriately shares and makes decisions based on this information as a regular responsibility of the job. Provides input into budget and cost containment initiatives.  Work is generally performed in an office environment and involves sitting, standing or walking.  Light effort is required to carry boxes, office supplies or use light tools.  May be exposed to infectious diseases, bio-hazardous materials and combative patients. Varied and complex work is performed under general guidance in patient care environment and is often fast-paced, requiring use of prioritization skills.  Focus of counseling is to intervene with a bio-psycho-social philosophy for maximum benefit to patient's whole person. Accountability to resolve issue as determined by license. Erroneously exercised judgments regarding interpretations of compliant behavior may have negative effects on the organization (i.e., reimbursement, human resources, clinical pathways). Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.  Must provide own transportation and may be required to travel to other Carilion work sites to meet staffing needs.

What We Require:

Education: Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences from an accredited university required.

Experience: Two years - Five years of experience in the mental health profession.

Licensure/Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) or RN CNS required. LSCW preferred.

Other: Part of interdisciplinary C/L Team. Interfaces with patients on medical floors and ED. Provides assessment, triage counseling. Facilitate admissions or outpatient referrals.

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For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color,  religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive.  That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training