Clive Behavioral
Overview
Windsor Laurelwood Center is seeking a talented and dynamic Director of Intake and Assessment to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals! For over 100 years, Windsor Laurelwood has provided high-quality behavioral health and substance abuse treatment services to adults, adolescents, and children. Our multidisciplinary treatment team includes board-certified psychiatrists, psychologists, registered nurses, licensed social workers, case managers, milieu and activity therapists. Our patients present with diverse clinical challenges and high acuity illnesses that require individualized care. We foster a collaborative, team-based environment with mentoring and coaching opportunities to support professional growth in the mental health industry. Position Summary: The Director of Intake and Assessment is accountable for directing the Assessment and Referral activities at the facility. This position provides direction to staff of Assessment and Referral Counselors in the provision of psychiatric assessment services, including clinical evaluations, crisis intervention and referrals. This role interfaces closely with the medical staff, other department heads and administration, treatment team, external case managers, managed care organizations and functions as a liaison with other hospital departments. Responsibilities
Job Duties/Responsibilities: Directs the screening of potential patients for admission into the program and initiates the integrated assessment process. Assists administration, physicians and clinical staff in the assessment of pending admits to determine appropriateness of level of care and communicates pending admissions to the Nursing Department. Uses the approved admission criteria and makes decisions concerning the level of care for treatment using the least restrictive level appropriate. The plan for episode of care is initiated at admission to all levels of care. Monitors all intake/reservation information calls during normal business hours and prepares appropriate internal forms. Functions as a liaison between physicians and families, coordinates with transportation services and other mental health facilities to organize admission procedures. Plans, coordinates and evaluates direct and indirect facility assessments and patient admissions. Ensures that all vital patient assessment information is referred accurately to the attending physicians, and that patient historical information obtained is complete to facilitate accurate determination of appropriate level of care. Communicates with external reviewers and referral sources through implementation of the RAP process and conducts all required external reviews, maintaining documentation of all interactions. Ensures that third-party payors are notified of, or participate in, decisions about appropriate transitions between levels of care. Coordinates activities to provide the community with resources and referrals. Prepares monthly statistics for the marketing and administrative departments. Prepares morning meeting reports to communicate pertinent census information, referral sources, pending admissions and follow-up actions. Coordinates with PAT assessments of patients who are potential involuntary admissions. Guides community resources available for individuals inappropriate or unavailable for admission but requiring further guidance and referrals. Maintains records of temporary privileges for all physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied health professionals and coordinates staffing privileges with the Medical Staff Coordinator and Medical Director. Professional Collaboration: Provides services to current referral sources to ensure their satisfaction and continued association. Allocates and coordinates program resources for marketing and referral development activities. Provides education, support and recognition to staff participating in referral development activities. Collaborates with the Director of Business Development to develop, implement and monitor a target marketing plan for the program. Provides guest relations and ensures the appearance of the facility and the manner in which program staff communicate with patients, families, referral sources and fellow staff is effective and professional. Ensures the implementation of an ongoing system of program orientation for patients, families and professionals and others. Leadership
Engage and Inspire
– Create an environment in which people do their best work Build Talent
– Utilize established interviewing and selection processes to place the right people in the right roles Coach and Develop Others
– Use a systematic coaching approach with goals, expectations, learning opportunities and ongoing feedback Manage Conflict
– Address and resolve conflict directly and constructively Functional Knowledge
– Proficient in specialized technical knowledge; demonstrate knowledge of Joint Commission standards and related regulatory/quality agencies Quality and Process Improvement
– Focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement Manage Resources
– Utilize internal and external resources to develop creative solutions Manage Change
– Respond to new regulations, economic changes and staffing shifts Communication and Relationship Building
– Communicate effectively at all levels and build credibility with professionals and stakeholders Benefits: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi student loan refinancing program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, counseling, mental health, nursing, or related field. Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting; working knowledge of the mental health field and experience in clinical interviewing, patient assessment, family treatment, treatment planning, communicating with external review organizations or comparable entities, and working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds. Licensure:
RN, PCC, LISW or other applicable license is preferred. Additional Requirements:
Trained in non-violent crisis intervention and CPR prior to accepting independent assignment or release from orientation. One of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has grown steadily as a Fortune 500 company with extensive facilities and services across the U.S. This description reflects the organization’s broad scope as context for the role.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Windsor Laurelwood Center is seeking a talented and dynamic Director of Intake and Assessment to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals! For over 100 years, Windsor Laurelwood has provided high-quality behavioral health and substance abuse treatment services to adults, adolescents, and children. Our multidisciplinary treatment team includes board-certified psychiatrists, psychologists, registered nurses, licensed social workers, case managers, milieu and activity therapists. Our patients present with diverse clinical challenges and high acuity illnesses that require individualized care. We foster a collaborative, team-based environment with mentoring and coaching opportunities to support professional growth in the mental health industry. Position Summary: The Director of Intake and Assessment is accountable for directing the Assessment and Referral activities at the facility. This position provides direction to staff of Assessment and Referral Counselors in the provision of psychiatric assessment services, including clinical evaluations, crisis intervention and referrals. This role interfaces closely with the medical staff, other department heads and administration, treatment team, external case managers, managed care organizations and functions as a liaison with other hospital departments. Responsibilities
Job Duties/Responsibilities: Directs the screening of potential patients for admission into the program and initiates the integrated assessment process. Assists administration, physicians and clinical staff in the assessment of pending admits to determine appropriateness of level of care and communicates pending admissions to the Nursing Department. Uses the approved admission criteria and makes decisions concerning the level of care for treatment using the least restrictive level appropriate. The plan for episode of care is initiated at admission to all levels of care. Monitors all intake/reservation information calls during normal business hours and prepares appropriate internal forms. Functions as a liaison between physicians and families, coordinates with transportation services and other mental health facilities to organize admission procedures. Plans, coordinates and evaluates direct and indirect facility assessments and patient admissions. Ensures that all vital patient assessment information is referred accurately to the attending physicians, and that patient historical information obtained is complete to facilitate accurate determination of appropriate level of care. Communicates with external reviewers and referral sources through implementation of the RAP process and conducts all required external reviews, maintaining documentation of all interactions. Ensures that third-party payors are notified of, or participate in, decisions about appropriate transitions between levels of care. Coordinates activities to provide the community with resources and referrals. Prepares monthly statistics for the marketing and administrative departments. Prepares morning meeting reports to communicate pertinent census information, referral sources, pending admissions and follow-up actions. Coordinates with PAT assessments of patients who are potential involuntary admissions. Guides community resources available for individuals inappropriate or unavailable for admission but requiring further guidance and referrals. Maintains records of temporary privileges for all physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, and allied health professionals and coordinates staffing privileges with the Medical Staff Coordinator and Medical Director. Professional Collaboration: Provides services to current referral sources to ensure their satisfaction and continued association. Allocates and coordinates program resources for marketing and referral development activities. Provides education, support and recognition to staff participating in referral development activities. Collaborates with the Director of Business Development to develop, implement and monitor a target marketing plan for the program. Provides guest relations and ensures the appearance of the facility and the manner in which program staff communicate with patients, families, referral sources and fellow staff is effective and professional. Ensures the implementation of an ongoing system of program orientation for patients, families and professionals and others. Leadership
Engage and Inspire
– Create an environment in which people do their best work Build Talent
– Utilize established interviewing and selection processes to place the right people in the right roles Coach and Develop Others
– Use a systematic coaching approach with goals, expectations, learning opportunities and ongoing feedback Manage Conflict
– Address and resolve conflict directly and constructively Functional Knowledge
– Proficient in specialized technical knowledge; demonstrate knowledge of Joint Commission standards and related regulatory/quality agencies Quality and Process Improvement
– Focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement Manage Resources
– Utilize internal and external resources to develop creative solutions Manage Change
– Respond to new regulations, economic changes and staffing shifts Communication and Relationship Building
– Communicate effectively at all levels and build credibility with professionals and stakeholders Benefits: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi student loan refinancing program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, counseling, mental health, nursing, or related field. Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting; working knowledge of the mental health field and experience in clinical interviewing, patient assessment, family treatment, treatment planning, communicating with external review organizations or comparable entities, and working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds. Licensure:
RN, PCC, LISW or other applicable license is preferred. Additional Requirements:
Trained in non-violent crisis intervention and CPR prior to accepting independent assignment or release from orientation. One of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has grown steadily as a Fortune 500 company with extensive facilities and services across the U.S. This description reflects the organization’s broad scope as context for the role.
#J-18808-Ljbffr