Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.
A licensed clinical professional responsible for providing comprehensive mental health services, primarily in a school setting, but potentially in an clinical office setting as well. Focuses on helping clients manage symptoms, improve coping mechanisms, achieve functional goals, and enhance overall psychological well-being. Ideal candidate possesses proficiency in various therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care), and a deep commitment to ethical practice and collaborative care. Collaborating with school site staff is an extremely important aspect with this position.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide counseling services to individuals and families through various communication methods (e.g., in-person, telehealth, etc.).
2. Maintain appropriate documentation to include all client contact and notes in the electronic medical records system in a timely and accurate manner.
3. Maintain acceptable satisfaction rate on all clinical services as measured by Satisfaction Surveys.
4. Maintain acceptable productivity standards.
5. Work within a multidisciplinary setting and collaborate with external parties as appropriate to coordinate care and address behavioral concerns/referrals.
6. Maintain professional and consistent communication with Supervisor/Manager on cases, client care and ideas for improvement in efficiency and efficacy of the program.
7. Provisionally licensed counselors must participate in ongoing, regular one-on-one supervision as required by the State.
8. Provide critical incident/crisis intervention as requested.
9. Maintain a working knowledge of local community referral resources and make appropriate, cost-effective referrals as warranted.
10. Attend and participate in staff meetings, trainings and continuing education.
11. Build positive, respectful, and trusting relationships with both internal and external customers.
12. Follow and comply with all professional, ethical, safety, and compliance standards, rules and regulations.
13. Attend and support events and activities to increase awareness of the program.
14. Other duties as assigned.
Schedule:
Full time. Flexible day schedule at school site: 7:00am to 3:30pm, 7:30am to 4:00pm. Community site would include early evening hours.
Education
Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or another human services related field
Experience
A minimum of one year of post-master’s clinical experience with major mental illness, counseling/therapy.
License/Certifications
Nebraska Provisional Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) or Nebraska Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) required, LIMHP preferred.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Ability to attentively listen to clients, understanding both verbal and non-verbal cues.
Capacity to understand and share the feelings of others.
Skill and ability to clearly express ideas and thoughts, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
Ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with clients.
Awareness and appreciation of cultural differences and social determinants of health and their impact on mental health.
Ability to maintain client confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Ability to adhere to all state, federal and organizational regulatory and ethical standards.
Ability to prioritize self-care to avoid burnout and maintain professional effectiveness.
Ability to solicit and accept feedback for ongoing improvement and learning
Ability to work set hours for their specific position which may include early morning, and/or some evenings
Ability to travel occasionally between locations as needed
Ability to provide services via telehealth as needed.
Available for occasional on-call coverage as scheduled/necessary
Weight Demands
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force.
Physical Activity
Not necessary for the position (0%):
Climbing
Crawling
Kneeling
Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
Balancing
Carrying
Crouching
Distinguish colors
Lifting
Standing
Stooping/bending
Twisting
Walking
Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
Grasping
Keyboarding/typing
Pulling/Pushing
Reaching
Repetitive Motions
Sitting
Speaking/talking
Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
Hearing
Seeing/Visual
Job Hazards
Not Related:
Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
Equipment/Machinery/Tools
Explosives (pressurized gas)
Electrical Shock/Static
Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.)
Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)
Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
About Methodist:
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.
Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Our mission is simple: improving the health of our communities by the way we care, educate and innovate. Formed in 1982 as the area’s first integrated health system, we set out to establish a level of care and quality that is second to none.
Methodist Health System includes four hospitals, the region’s only campus dedicated to women’s health, over 800 licensed beds, over 1,000 physicians and nearly more than 30 clinic locations with over 25 specialties across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. We’re also proud to serve our communities with a nursing and allied health college, a medical supply distributorship, and a central laundry that serves health care systems in Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri and Kansas.
All of Methodist’s 8,000-plus employees exemplify The Meaning of Care through their commitment to compassion and our core values. At Methodist, we value diversity, respect and excellence in all aspects of care. Learn how you can bring The Meaning of Care to life at https://bestcare.org/jobs.
