This clinician has autonomous professional responsibility for 5150 evaluations, emergency behavioral health assessments, level of care determination, and interventions with patients and families. The incumbent makes recommendations to medical staff regarding the level of care determination of behavioral health and psychiatric patients.
This is a part-time position scheduled for 30 hours per week, covering evening shifts Monday through Friday.
This clinician will work collaboratively with medical and nursing staff and other behavioral health and psychiatric staff to assess and care for behavioral health and psychiatric patients and family members in Emergency Departments and other healthcare settings. May function as a program manager or administrator of a psychiatric department or clinic. May lead in planning and coordinating the work of a multidisciplinary treatment staff. Assists with long-term planning; revises / implements new procedures; conducts training for professional and paraprofessional staff members; and provides psychotherapeutic treatment with emphasis on the most severely disturbed and high risk cases.
%
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No )
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
45
YES
Conducts patient evaluations. Assesses suitability for inpatient / outpatient care and need for additional services including psychiatric intervention.
20
YES
Formulates and implements patient treatment plans. Conducts individual, family and group therapy / treatment. Provides patient / family education and support.
20
YES
Conducts individual and group treatment / activities for patients at the highest level of complexity of care. Supports coordination of care with family, clinicians and agencies.
5
YES
Supervises and / or coordinates activities of licensed clinicians, counselors and / or intervention specialists and / or externs in a program / unit. Provides clinical guidance and oversight.
5
YES
Participates in program development and administration. Oversees utilization of resources, quality of care, institutional and regulatory compliance.
3
YES
Serves on multi-disciplinary committees and represents program / unit internally and with community agencies. Leads / participates in community outreach / program implementation.
2
YES
Develops proposals and recommendations to guide and support new or innovative programs. May lead intervention teams.
100%
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Req / Pref
Advanced skills providing individual, group and family cognitive behavioral therapy.
Req
In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession.
Req
Advanced knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
Req
Advanced verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills.
Req
Advanced skills in collaborating with heath care providers in a multi-disciplinary setting.
Req
Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments.
Req
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This position is listed as part time and onsite.