Licensed (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) Crisis Evaluator - Sat - Tue 2p-1230am - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Can you join AllHealth Network Yes you can if youre excited by the thought of working with over 500 colleagues 18000 clients being valued for the work that you do and can embrace the mission of the organization which is to provide is to enhance quality of life for individuals and families in our community through compassionate integrated behavioral health services. We are seeking a motivated individual to be a part of our Crisis Diversion Team in a as needed capacity working Wed Thurs Fri 7p730am as a Crisis Evaluator to respond to crisis calls and complete comprehensive assessments of persons whose lives are disrupted or complicated by mental illness behavioral disturbances substance abuse issues or the inability to function or maintain in the community.

Schedule:

Sat Tue 2p1230am

Job Purpose:
Respond to crisis calls and complete comprehensive assessments of persons whose lives are disrupted or complicated by mental illness behavioral disturbances substance abuse issues or the inability to function or maintain in the community


Goals and Objectives:
Conduct thorough assessments in the facility for clients experiencing a crisis and develop comprehensive treatment plans based on client need
Make clinically appropriate dispositions to the safest least restrictive environment

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide mental health crisis evaluation and safety planning for clients experiencing a crisis. Evaluations may take place at AllHealth Network locations
Complete intake and crisis assessments using appropriate mental health assessment and approved documentation coding
Complete screening and assessments for voluntary and emergency holds; when necessary establish 2765 mental health holds for clients requiring involuntary commitment
Conduct triage assessments and obtain collateral information to ensure that emergency interventions consider the context of the clients overall plan and avoid harm and retraumatization
Navigate the treatment needs of the client and make referrals to internal and external resources as appropriate aligning care outcomes
Assign persons in need of treatment to the appropriate outpatient program and complete and coordinate inpatient admissions
Perform professional interpretation and analysis of clinical data and assessments to formulate a service plan a comprehensive summary of care treatment and diagnosis and involving the family and/or other caretakers in all aspects of client care as appropriate
Communicate professionally and effectively with clients fund source regarding clinical recommendations and requests for authorization for levels of care requiring preauthorization
Coordinate ongoing services with AllHealth Network and/or community agencies as appropriate
Review documentation for referrals and determine clinical appropriateness for admission
Work with the Crisis Response Team and other treatment teams to track bed availability and efficiency of admissions
Meet Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) requirements for assessment domains within an intake assessment


Key Technical Skills and Knowledge:
Education: Masters degree in Social Work Counseling Psychology or related field. Licensure required.
Experience: Minimum of 2 years experience working in a clinical setting in the behavioral health field.
Demonstrate a high level of skill in assessment evaluation and therapeutic engagement of diverse clients; use of evidencebased counseling models and techniques that match presenting problems; good diagnostic skills and treatment/care planning; and the ability to work with clinical documentation and electronic health records (EHR).
Knowledge of DSM V and working principles of recovery and traumainformed care in treatment planning and in direct care. Experience working with individuals and families who experience various behavioral health problems.
Ability to operate PCbased software programs including proficiency in Word Excel and other computer based systems.
Possess advanced written and oral communication decision making and problem solving skills and efficient time management. Excellent interpersonal skills the ability to work independently and as part of a team; collaborating with other internal and external teams.
Must possess own transportation have a good driving record a valid drivers license and proof of insurance.
Extensive knowledge of the DSM V and criteria application to individuals during initial assessment.
Ability to conceptualize a case to develop an individualized treatment plan for each client.
Basic understanding of different levels of care and medical necessity for each to ensure appropriate services for individuals based on presenting need.
Demonstrated competence in evaluation and intervention in crisis situations