Full-Time
Licensed Professional Counselor
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Academic medical center
No salary listed
Jackson, MS, USA
In Person
Occasional travel to offsite locations is required.
Master's
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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- A Master's degree in counseling or social work is required.
- A Licensed Professional Counselor license or Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in the State of Mississippi is required.
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; psychosocial methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders is required.
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions and for counseling and guidance is required.
- Verbal and written communication skills are required.
- Interpersonal skills are required.
- Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications is required.
- The ability to gather, record, and analyze data is required.
- The ability to assist individuals in recognizing and solving problems is required.
- Conducts and documents comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate the social, emotional, environmental, and medical needs of patients and families.
- Performs Level II evaluations for transplant applicants, donors, and individuals with mental illness or intellectual disabilities to determine discharge planning needs.
- Maintains thorough documentation, prepares reports, and ensures compliance with departmental guidelines and standards.
- Continuously reassesses patient needs, monitors interventions, and updates the plan of care based on progress or changing circumstances.
- Ensures access to medical coverage by securing necessary documentation and supporting materials.
- Provides or supervises delivery of care plan interventions including resource and referral assistance, crisis intervention, prevention services, bereavement support, counseling, therapy, education, and patient advocacy.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement care plans that actively involve the patient and/or family.
- Coordinates with team members to ensure comprehensive, integrated care and to support positive clinical outcomes.
- Identifies appropriate community resources, makes referrals, and facilitates access to external services as needed.
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives including data collection, continuing education, policy development, and committee involvement.
- Attends and contributes to staff, department, and administrative meetings as assigned.
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of local community agencies, health and social service programs, and acts as liaison when needed.
- Stays current on medical/legal issues such as advance directives, child/elder abuse, and confidentiality requirements.
- Supports patients in navigating financial assistance options, including applications for state benefits, charity care, and other aid programs.
University of Mississippi Medical Center is Mississippi’s public academic medical center and health-sciences university. The institution operates hospitals, clinics, professional schools, research programs, and statewide health initiatives. It serves patients, students, families, clinicians, researchers, and communities throughout Mississippi. Its operating model centers on clinical care integrated with education, research, public service, and centralized university operations. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, research, education, technology, facilities, and administration. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.
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