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Essential Functions Provides outpatient psychotherapy services to patients of Shelby Women's OBGYN clinics. Completes psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, and supports patient access to referrals and community resources when needed. Manages clients in crisis utilizing Shelby Women's Care OBGYN practice policies appropriate therapeutic skills and assessment techniques. Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation. Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process. Collaborates with appropriate guardians and community agencies to insure effective service delivery. Provides accurate and consistent documentation of patient care/response in the medical record. Completes accurate and timely billing information. Designs, plans, implements effective patient education. Maintains open lines of communication, collaborates with healthcare team for patient outcome. Physical Requirements Works in patient care areas including hospital units, emergency room, individual offices and conference areas with exposure to potentially combative and hostile patients. Work requires frequent moving from one area to another, answering pages, and coordinating and communicating with other staff persons in various disciplines and agencies. Education, Experience and Certifications Master's degree in a relevant human services field such as Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy from an accredited school of graduate education required. Full licensure in applicable state required. 2 years clinical experience required.