Baystate Health
ED Crisis Disposition Coordinator R40140
Baystate Health, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119
ED Crisis Disposition Coordinator R40140
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Position Summary:
The Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator works as a collaborative team member for the Emergency Psychiatry Service. Collaborates with Behavioral Health Crisis Clinicians, ED nursing, and providers to ensure appropriate care transitions and community‑based services. Manages tracking and reporting as required and demonstrates knowledge and experience with behavioral health and SUD care and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
Initiate and coordinate the post‑disposition process of behavioral health patients established by crisis clinicians and providers in the ED.
Maintain the integrity of the inpatient psychiatric bed search process and collect, contact, and document any collateral information and system resources to facilitate access to service by patients.
Provide patients and families with resources and referrals for any necessary services.
Establish and maintain a strong knowledge base about emergency crisis/behavioral health care in the ED and community behavioral health resources.
Facilitate communication with psychiatry and other services as needed and appropriate.
Actively attempt to minimize the duration of time patients spend in highly restrictive settings and reduce ED overcrowding and boarding.
Collaborate with law enforcement, state agencies, schools, residential treatment facilities, hospitals, primary care clinicians, and health centers.
Foster positive professional relationships with partnering agencies such as DMH, DOI, EOHHS, and MassHealth.
Understand and utilize the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MABHA) and Expedited Psychiatric Inpatient Admissions (EPIA) processes.
Navigate behavioral health insurance carriers, coverage, and processes.
Arrange transportation when needed for patients diverted or discharged from the ED.
Provide statistical and quality data as requested.
Schedule:
Part‑time, 32 hours 2nd shift; every other weekend and holiday.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, demonstrated experience in behavioral health care, strong communication skills, knowledge of relevant state processes, and ability to work independently.
Compensation:
Hourly rate $24.76 – $28.46 – $33.66 (based on grade).
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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ED Crisis Disposition Coordinator R40140
role at
Baystate Health .
Position Summary:
The Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator works as a collaborative team member for the Emergency Psychiatry Service. Collaborates with Behavioral Health Crisis Clinicians, ED nursing, and providers to ensure appropriate care transitions and community‑based services. Manages tracking and reporting as required and demonstrates knowledge and experience with behavioral health and SUD care and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
Initiate and coordinate the post‑disposition process of behavioral health patients established by crisis clinicians and providers in the ED.
Maintain the integrity of the inpatient psychiatric bed search process and collect, contact, and document any collateral information and system resources to facilitate access to service by patients.
Provide patients and families with resources and referrals for any necessary services.
Establish and maintain a strong knowledge base about emergency crisis/behavioral health care in the ED and community behavioral health resources.
Facilitate communication with psychiatry and other services as needed and appropriate.
Actively attempt to minimize the duration of time patients spend in highly restrictive settings and reduce ED overcrowding and boarding.
Collaborate with law enforcement, state agencies, schools, residential treatment facilities, hospitals, primary care clinicians, and health centers.
Foster positive professional relationships with partnering agencies such as DMH, DOI, EOHHS, and MassHealth.
Understand and utilize the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access (MABHA) and Expedited Psychiatric Inpatient Admissions (EPIA) processes.
Navigate behavioral health insurance carriers, coverage, and processes.
Arrange transportation when needed for patients diverted or discharged from the ED.
Provide statistical and quality data as requested.
Schedule:
Part‑time, 32 hours 2nd shift; every other weekend and holiday.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, demonstrated experience in behavioral health care, strong communication skills, knowledge of relevant state processes, and ability to work independently.
Compensation:
Hourly rate $24.76 – $28.46 – $33.66 (based on grade).
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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