UNIV-SC Safe Seniors LPC-A, College of Nursing

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary
The employee will be a part-time program clinician for SC Safe Seniors and will provide direct clinical services to the adult trauma and abuse population. SC Safe Seniors is a VOCA grant funded direct services program offering trauma focused mental health treatment to older adults who have experienced abuse or neglect. SC Safe Seniors offers individual evidence-based trauma treatment for patients experiencing symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and other related mental health conditions following abuse or neglect.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC001081 CON Office Of Research

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-GEN08

Pay Range

46,206.00 - 62,322.00 - 78,540.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Work Shift

Job Description

MUSC Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and two years professional experience in human services or social services programs.

Desired Qualifications/Education/Experience:

The applicant must have a master’s degree in clinical counseling or a related field and must be at least provisionally licensed (LPC-A). Clinicians who have experience working with traumatic stress populations, older adults, and who have certifications in evidence-based treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder and depression related to trauma, (e.g., Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) are especially encouraged to apply.

 

Guidelines and supervision:  Employee will complete any certifications needed, complete in-service training, and attend group meetings to discuss ongoing clinical operations. This employee will be directly supervised by a licensed professional counselor supervisor.

Job Duties:

Provision of evidence-based trauma informed comprehensive intake evaluations via telehealth or, less frequently, face-to-face intakes. The focal point of these evaluations generally will be on major depressive episode, posttraumatic stress disorder, functional impairment, and related anxiety and mood disorder conditions (35%)

Provision of evidence-based treatment via telehealth or, less frequently, face-to-face treatment with patients who have experienced abuse or neglect. Cognitive and behavioral treatment approaches to addressing posttraumatic stress disorder and major depressive episode, and related anxiety and mood disorders will be most commonly used (35%)

Attend individual and group clinical supervision (30%)

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and two years professional experience in human services or social services programs. Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to crawl while performing job functions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Possess good grip strength. Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 35 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 35 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 35 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 75 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull patients up to 300 lbs. in wheelchairs, etc., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required. Computer literacy. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to work rotating shifts.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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