FT Assessment and Referral Specialist Santa Teresa
Company: Strategic Behavioral Health
Location: Santa Teresa
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Position SummaryUpon completion of orientation and under general
supervision, Assessment & Referral Specialist performs assessments
at Peak as well as outside the facilities, depending on the needs
of the patient or hospital, screens admissions for clinical and
medical appropriateness and communicates this information to a
physician for determination of admissions and level of care
direction. Works closely with business office, nursing and clinical
staff as well as external parties to ensure the timely admission of
patients.Education / Licensure:Position requires successful
completion of a master's degree from an accredited college or
university in social work, psychology, mental health or a related
field or RN. LPCC, LMFT, or LMSW preferred. A minimum of two years
in a psychiatric or mental health setting desirable. Must have a
valid State driver's license.Candidate will possess a valid current
registered nursing license from the State Board of Nursing or from
a nurse compact state, where applicable.Skills:1) Comprehensive
understanding of the behavioral healthcare industry and experience
in clinical interviewing, patient assessment, family dynamics,
treatment modalities and planning and admission requirements using
the established hospital criteria. 2) Thorough knowledge of TJC,
CMS, third party payors, managed care organizations and state and
federal regulatory standards/requirements. 3) Ability to
communicate professionally and effectively, orally, in person, and
in writing, with multidisciplinary team members, managed care
organizations and business office, providing needed information in
a logical, concise manner using technical language that accurately
describes patient's condition and need for hospitalization. 4)
Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines,
orchestrate a myriad of activities and to manage multiple
priorities within complex and changing systems; 5) Able to
self-regulate and facilitate helpful management dynamics during
stressful situations. Additional Requirements: Timely renew and
maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation for healthcare professionals
certification, professional skills verification and psychiatric
crisis management certification. If candidate is a registered
nurse, timely renew and maintain an active registered nursing
license in the State. Must have reliable transportation and be able
to retain automobile liability insurance at the minimum level
required by state law. Must have thorough knowledge of how to
access local resources, State commitment laws and the State Mental
Health Code. PI200972438
Keywords: Strategic Behavioral Health, El Paso , FT Assessment and Referral Specialist Santa Teresa, Other , Santa Teresa, Texas
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