Job Description

LICENSED GRADUATE PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides direct clinical psychological services to patients and families. Services include psychological consultation and treatment for direct care at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION

Participates in regular training and supervision with licensed psychologist(s) with appropriate credentials as counseling supervisors. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary Clinical Team(s) and, through consultation with staff, facilitates coordination and implementation of therapeutic program(s). Participates in patient planning conferences and other consultation meetings. Prepares and submits clinical documentation and any correspondence regarding patients. Provides psychological services to outpatient, inpatient and day treatment patients as assigned. Provides individual, group and family psychotherapy as indicated both in person and via telehealth. Acts as resource person to Division staff in provision of psychological services. Provides in-service training to other staff as part of hospital-wide in-service program. Conducts lectures and other educational activities regarding psychological issues in children and families for medical, educational and parent groups. Provides consultative support for staff through discussions of patient and staff needs. Under supervision, functions autonomously with clinical issues and problems. Confers with supervisor regarding unusual situations or problems.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Educational Requirements, Licensure, Certification and Registration:


Individual in this position must hold an active license in Maryland as a Graduate Professional Counselor. Prior training, coursework or experience in pediatric psychology is preferred. Clinical experience with children is strongly preferred. + See educational requirements under supervision:
+ Functions autonomously to deal with most clinical issues and problems.
+ Confers with supervisor regarding unusual situations or problems.
+ At manager's discretion or departmental needs

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received: Reports to Division Director.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Directly communicates with patients, family members, other health care team members, other health system staff and representatives of referring and other outside agencies and payors. Must be able to handle crisis and sensitive situations in a professional manner.

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED

Uses on-line health information network system, personal computer, Zoom and telephone.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical health care environment. Occasional stress due to multiple demands, shifting priorities, shifting patient populations, and tight time frames. May occasionally be involved in the restraint of a patient. Limited risk of exposure to body fluids, infectious waste, or blood borne diseases. Employees are expected to exercise good judgment in the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to established protocol.


This job description identifies the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required of an incumbent.