Counseling Intern, EAP

UC Health

Mar 21

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Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Business, Operations & Strategy
Cincinnati

Requirements

This is an entry level/training position and requires the trainee to be actively enrolled in a Master’s program in Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy. This position requires knowledge of and ability to work with the diverse issues and needs of various multicultural, ethnic, socio-economic, educational, age-specific and gender populations found within the organization.
Additional skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication; able to relate effectively with management, professional staff, union/non-union personnel at all levels
Public speaking skills
Good organizational and time management
Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Engages in population appropriate communication.
Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
Clinical Services:
Provides supervised, confidential EAP services to staff, employees and their adult household members including the following: assessment/problem identification, consultation, short-term counseling and problem-solving, crisis intervention, referral, and case management.
Utilizes evidence-based practice in clinical work with employees.
Follows standard operating procedures and practices for EAP service delivery that ensure client confidentiality, and timely, ethical, and high-quality services.
Adheres to federal, state, and professional laws and regulations regarding all matters.
Screens, triages, and schedules clients and/or teams on internal EAP electronic health record system.
Provides crisis intervention for individuals in response to traumatic incidents.
Provides walk-in coverage and consultation to associates and managers in need of immediate intervention. 30%
Job Function- Organization Support & Outreach
Collaborates with internal partners and HR to provide immediate, effective response and consultation to employees in crisis.
Delivers on-site and virtual trainings to familiarize employee population with EAP services.
Facilitates and presents workshops and seminars on a variety of topics that raise awareness of and/or enhance employees’ well-being.
Administrative Duties:
Maintains timely clinical documentation in confidential files. Enters relevant documentation into EHR system in compliance with EAP policies and professional ethical standards.
Attends and participates in weekly individual and group supervision to ensure ethical, effective clinical practice
Participates in in-service, organizational trainings and EAP consultation
Contributes to the support of the program’s overall goals and objectives through participation in meetings and activities.
Researches and prepares for internal and external EAP interventions, including clinical services and group/community training.
Other:
Any additional tasks as assigned by the clinical supervisor or manager.

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