Geri-Psych Coordinator, FT (800Am-430Pm)

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
  
• Must be able to read write and speak the English language in order to communicate effectively and tactfully with staff patients and the general public.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Initial contact with patients for admission to WRH Behavioral Health Care Units
• Preadmission assessment of the clinical status of patient referrals and evaluations of patients needs: Medical Clearance Insurance Clearance Psychiatric Clearance.
• Serves as an educational resource for patients families hospitals and healthcare professionals upon admission to WRH Mental Health Care Units.
• Liaison between WRH Emergency department and Behavioral Health Care Units.
• Actively assist the referring facilities in addressing requirements of mental health patients to WRH Behavioral Health Care Units.
• Establish relationships with community and healthcare facilities provides education across the continuum of WRH Behavioral Health Care Units.

Required Experience:

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