Wellstar Health System
Behavioral Health Assessor Licensed
Wellstar Health System, Roswell, Georgia, United States, 30076
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Wellstar Health System invites you to contribute in a values-driven environment focused on compassionate service, excellence, and honoring every voice. The mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person served. Work Shift:
Various (United States of America) Job Summary
Under the leadership of the Manager of Behavioral Health or designee, the Behavioral Health Assessor-Licensed performs comprehensive, face-to-face and tele-mental health based assessments, psycho-education and interventions with patients receiving services for psychological, behavioral, or substance-related disturbances. The Behavioral Health Assessor collaborates with physicians and other care team members to assess and plan for safe care delivery and transitions to the appropriate level of care. Provide individual assessment of patients in the emergency department and/or acute care floor to assist in determining the most appropriate next level of care. Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other specialty providers to ensure optimal, individualized, and integrated treatment for behavioral health patients. Work with patient’s family members and identified supports to determine a safe discharge plan. Assess, refer, and coordinate care for patients with unique and complex psychiatric conditions, including assisting with legal holds and referrals to the identified level of care. Participate in service line functions and initiatives, as directed by Behavioral Health leadership. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Patient Assessment
Conduct and interpret comprehensive clinical assessments in-person or via tele-mental health for the Emergency Departments and acute care units. Complete Suicide Risk Assessment. Collaborate with collateral/support contacts. Provide a level of care recommendation appropriate for the clinical, medical and biopsychosocial presentation and resource needs of the patient. Consult with Physicians, On-Call Psychiatrists, Nursing staff and other appropriate team members to establish the behavioral health plan of care. Review the behavioral health plan of care with the patient/guardian to ensure comprehension of program services and provide recommendations. Reassess patients every shift or more often as patient status and acuity change. Discharge Planning / Patient Placements
Coordinate with the Assessment and Resource Center to facilitate age-appropriate referrals to the recommended level of care following evaluation and in conjunction with the provider. Identify and document barriers to timely disposition. Obtain collateral from patient’s family/identified supports to plan for continued care. Provide education/counseling to patient/family to assist in understanding, accepting and following medical recommendations for conditions. Understand eligibility processes and criteria for referrals to identified levels of service and resources. Develop a Safety Plan with all patients. Respect cultural or religious beliefs in providing services and continuity of care. Ensure the Assessment and Resource Center has all documentation necessary to facilitate referral to the recommended level of care. Documentation
Document initial psychosocial/functional assessment in the electronic medical record. Document suicide risk assessment in the electronic medical record. Document ongoing reassessments and safety plan in the electronic medical record. Document each patient contact. Assist with legal documentation as needed for patient placement (e.g., 1013, 1014, 1015). Document all contact with collateral contacts, support systems and resource referrals in a timely and accurate manner. Professional Development and Initiative
Adhere to ethical business practices and uphold high standards of integrity and honesty. Maintain confidentiality of all patient information. Maintain attendance/punctuality according to system policy and procedure. Attend and participate in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other requested meetings. Complete all initial and ongoing professional competency assessments, mandatory education, and population-specific education. Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education
Masters Social Work or Masters Counseling Required Minimum Licenses and Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - American Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support Instructor LAPC - Licensed Associate Professional Counselor or LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker GA or LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker GA (Preferred) or LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (Preferred) AVADE - Workplace Violence Prevention Training within 30 Days Additional Licenses and Certifications
Required Minimum Experience
Minimum 3 years experience working with adult/child populations. Candidates should have experience working with behavioral health patients (internships and volunteer experiences may apply). (Preferred) Required Minimum Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Capacity to think abstractly and develop innovative services to meet organizational and patient needs. Specific interest in behavioral health and willingness to work at various WellStar sites depending on need. Knowledge of behavioral health best practices. Basic technological capabilities in Word and Excel, and ability to use a Telemedicine cart for remote assessments. End of description. Get notified about new Clinical Assessor jobs in Roswell, GA.
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Be among the first 25 applicants. Wellstar Health System invites you to contribute in a values-driven environment focused on compassionate service, excellence, and honoring every voice. The mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person served. Work Shift:
Various (United States of America) Job Summary
Under the leadership of the Manager of Behavioral Health or designee, the Behavioral Health Assessor-Licensed performs comprehensive, face-to-face and tele-mental health based assessments, psycho-education and interventions with patients receiving services for psychological, behavioral, or substance-related disturbances. The Behavioral Health Assessor collaborates with physicians and other care team members to assess and plan for safe care delivery and transitions to the appropriate level of care. Provide individual assessment of patients in the emergency department and/or acute care floor to assist in determining the most appropriate next level of care. Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and other specialty providers to ensure optimal, individualized, and integrated treatment for behavioral health patients. Work with patient’s family members and identified supports to determine a safe discharge plan. Assess, refer, and coordinate care for patients with unique and complex psychiatric conditions, including assisting with legal holds and referrals to the identified level of care. Participate in service line functions and initiatives, as directed by Behavioral Health leadership. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Patient Assessment
Conduct and interpret comprehensive clinical assessments in-person or via tele-mental health for the Emergency Departments and acute care units. Complete Suicide Risk Assessment. Collaborate with collateral/support contacts. Provide a level of care recommendation appropriate for the clinical, medical and biopsychosocial presentation and resource needs of the patient. Consult with Physicians, On-Call Psychiatrists, Nursing staff and other appropriate team members to establish the behavioral health plan of care. Review the behavioral health plan of care with the patient/guardian to ensure comprehension of program services and provide recommendations. Reassess patients every shift or more often as patient status and acuity change. Discharge Planning / Patient Placements
Coordinate with the Assessment and Resource Center to facilitate age-appropriate referrals to the recommended level of care following evaluation and in conjunction with the provider. Identify and document barriers to timely disposition. Obtain collateral from patient’s family/identified supports to plan for continued care. Provide education/counseling to patient/family to assist in understanding, accepting and following medical recommendations for conditions. Understand eligibility processes and criteria for referrals to identified levels of service and resources. Develop a Safety Plan with all patients. Respect cultural or religious beliefs in providing services and continuity of care. Ensure the Assessment and Resource Center has all documentation necessary to facilitate referral to the recommended level of care. Documentation
Document initial psychosocial/functional assessment in the electronic medical record. Document suicide risk assessment in the electronic medical record. Document ongoing reassessments and safety plan in the electronic medical record. Document each patient contact. Assist with legal documentation as needed for patient placement (e.g., 1013, 1014, 1015). Document all contact with collateral contacts, support systems and resource referrals in a timely and accurate manner. Professional Development and Initiative
Adhere to ethical business practices and uphold high standards of integrity and honesty. Maintain confidentiality of all patient information. Maintain attendance/punctuality according to system policy and procedure. Attend and participate in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other requested meetings. Complete all initial and ongoing professional competency assessments, mandatory education, and population-specific education. Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education
Masters Social Work or Masters Counseling Required Minimum Licenses and Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - American Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support Instructor LAPC - Licensed Associate Professional Counselor or LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker GA or LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker GA (Preferred) or LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (Preferred) AVADE - Workplace Violence Prevention Training within 30 Days Additional Licenses and Certifications
Required Minimum Experience
Minimum 3 years experience working with adult/child populations. Candidates should have experience working with behavioral health patients (internships and volunteer experiences may apply). (Preferred) Required Minimum Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Capacity to think abstractly and develop innovative services to meet organizational and patient needs. Specific interest in behavioral health and willingness to work at various WellStar sites depending on need. Knowledge of behavioral health best practices. Basic technological capabilities in Word and Excel, and ability to use a Telemedicine cart for remote assessments. End of description. Get notified about new Clinical Assessor jobs in Roswell, GA.
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