Medical Social Consultant - Mood Anxiety Clinic, College of Medicine

The Medical Social Consultant will conduct diagnostic assessments and provide evidence-based psychotherapy services for adult patients in the Department of Psychiatry. A strong background in multidisciplinary consultation and evidence-based therapy psychotherapy service delivery is essential. The consultant will also join a productive multidisciplinary team of clinicians dedicated to treating Long Covid. Duties Responsibilities: Patient care: Participate in a multidisciplinary team by contributing clinical insights and developing individualized or group treatment plans for patients with long covid and those a part of the Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program. Conduct diagnostic assessments to evaluate patients' mental health needs. Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services ( e.g., CBT, ACT, DBT) for adult patients in the Department of Psychiatry. Facilitate care coordination with internal or external providers and patient support system to support treatment plan and patient care. Provide crisis intervention by conducting risk assessments and developing safety plans as needed. Administrative duties: Attend departmental and clinic required meetings and conferences. Document and maintain case notes as specified by department’s compliance policies. Teach and supervise Social Work interns on documentation and clinical skills as needed.