Clinical Therapist - Palliative Care

Location:

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department:

Palliative Care

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

The Clinical Therapist (LCSW or LPC) will work as part of our Palliative Care team whose purpose is to relieve suffering (in all its dimensions) to enhance the quality of life and provide supportive counseling for parents/caregivers, families, and children living with life-threatening or complex chronic conditions. Therapist provide psychosocial assessments, perform individual and family therapy, cognitive supportive therapy, and crisis intervention services for patients and their families. The therapist will advocate for interventions that alleviate the burdens of disease and enhance coping for children with life-threatening conditions and their families. Must possess a good understanding of community services, resources, and programs available to children living with life-threatening conditions and their families. Note: This position will adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and participate in professional development activities (especially those pertinent to pediatric Palliative Care).

Required Education/Experience:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Demonstrated Hospice or end-of-life care or experience working with children or adults living with life-threatening or complex chronic conditions and their families.
• Experience working with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
  
  
  

Required Licensure/Certification/:

• LCSW or LPC Licensed within TX
• C.P.R. certification
  
  
  

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About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.