Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Essential functions are the duties and responsibilities that are essential to the position (not a task list). Do not include if less than 5% of work time is spent on this duty. Be specific without giving explicit instructions on how to perform the task. Do not include duties that are to be performed in the future. Duties should be action oriented and avoid vague or general statements.

% of Time

(annually)

Patient Care

· Facilitates daily mental health therapy groups with patients on the units.

· Is responsible for providing 1:1 mental health counseling with patients using evidence based therapeutic strategies.

· Works with the treatment team to develop and monitor individualized, multidisciplinary treatment plans from admission until discharge.

· Assists patients with activities of daily living.

· Completes timely safety rounds in order to maintain safety on the unit.

· Communicates therapeutically with patients to show support and help the patient process thoughts and emotions in a healthy manner.

· Conducts assessments including but not limited to daily suicide screening and mental health assessments, patient rights, obtaining releases of information, advanced directives etc.

· Utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area.

· Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other’s views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest.

50%

Development & Patient Education

· Sets behavioral limits with patients according to unit policies, individual plan of care and behavior modification plans.

· De-escalates patients utilizing hospital trained and endorsed techniques.

· Participates in application of seclusion/restraints when appropriate; provides monitoring of patients in such situation; completes appropriate documentation, including restriction of rights forms.

· Provides supportive care to patients and families.

· Conducts safety rounds.

· Assists patients in conflict resolution.

· Role models stress management.

· Effectively maintains a safe patient environment by removing dangerous items from patient on admission, scanning the environment and intervening when necessary during the stay, and by communicating troubling patient behaviors or interactions to the treatment team as necessary.

· Ensures patient safety of unit by following policies/procedures and adhering to unit protocols and national patient safety goals.

40%

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

· Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

· Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

· Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.

· Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.

· Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.

· Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g., Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

10%

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Demonstration of UPH Values and Standards of Behaviors

Consistently demonstrates UnityPoint Health’s values in the performance of job duties and responsibilities

Foster Unity:

· Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams.

· Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions.

· Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts and perspectives.

Own The Moment:

· Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect.

· Enthusiastically engage in our work.

· Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance.

· Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin.

Champion Excellence:

· Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.

· Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations.

· Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.

Seize Opportunities:

· Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.

· Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.

· Have the courage to challenge the status quo.

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in the field(s) of psychology, social work, or related field required.

Experience:

Clinical background should include experience in a human service organization.

License(s)/Certification(s):

Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as outlined per policy or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.

Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browser.

Demonstrate skill, organization, and efficiency in performing.

Performs procedures specific to the assigned area.

Demonstrates ability to consistently meet the department work schedule.

Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service.

Other:

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.