Under minimal supervision, assists patients, in the inpatient and/or outpatient settings, in smoking cessation and relapse prevention, using therapeutic counseling techniques and standardized protocols. Communicates, as needed, with referring physicians and other hospital/clinic staff; conducts site-based SIP informational sessions and patient support groups, as needed; and performs administrative tasks related to patient care.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in counseling, nursing, social work, health education, psychology, or related field required.
Two to three years experience in patient counseling, motivational interviewing, and/or health coaching.
Experience and/or knowledge in addictive disorders therapy, behavioral therapy, and/or pharmacological therapy as related to tobacco dependency preferred.
Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS) certification and/or training and experience in facilitating the American Lung Association's Freedom From Smoking program preferred.
Additional Information
Organization: Corporate Services
Department: Tobacco Treatment Services
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan's largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more athenryford.com.
Benefits
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