Volunteer Licensed Social Worker or Behavioral Related Field -bilingual a plus but not required!

Purpose: Enhance integrated psychotherapy services to patients at Phoenixville Free Clinic.

• Provide individual, couples, and/or family consultations and psychotherapy with patients including:
  • Comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and baseline screenings and corresponding diagnosis.
  • Basic psychoeducation for patients and their support systems.
  • Medication adherence and disease self-management counseling.
  • Motivational interviewing and other therapeutic techniques to develop behavioral strategies aimed at symptom reduction and improved quality of life.
  • Self-care plan development and problem-solving skills to facilitate disease self-management, improved coping, distress tolerance, stress reduction, and relaxation.
  • Evaluation and identification of maladaptive coping strategies and development of harm reduction strategies.
• Follow-up with patients and coordinate services with other providers (internal and external) as needed.
• Develop treatment goals and discharge plans with formal and informal recommendations and referrals.
• Complete all charting as needed and required, including assessment, diagnosing, and progress notes.
  • Participate in continuing education and professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest research and treatments to provide the best care possible
  • Adhere to all healthcare laws, regulations, and standards to ensure patient safety and confidentiality.