Behavioral Health Specialist- Clara Maass Medical Center

RWJBarnabas Health; Rhône; Sur place; USD 35 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Behavioral Health Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in assisting patients with mental health and substance abuse challenges. This position requires a compassionate individual who can navigate the complexities of patient care across various settings, including emergency departments and community providers. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patients receive the necessary follow-up care, helping to improve their overall health outcomes. With a commitment to innovative care and community health, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Prestations

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts through Partners

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BA in Social Work preferred for enhanced qualifications.

Responsabilités

• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to appointments.
• Maintain effective communication within the team.
• Conduct outreach to patients and community partners.

Connaissances

Email Communication

Microsoft Word

Bilingual Skills

Formation

High School Diploma

Bachelor's in Social Work

Description du poste

Behavioral Health Specialist- Clara Maass Medical Center
Req #: 0000186116

Category: Behavioral and Mental Health

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: QIP

Location:

SBC Corporation,
1 Clara Maass Dr, Belleville, NJ 07109

Job Overview:

The Mental Health Specialist will assist in navigating patients in need of mental health, substance abuse, and primary care services, ensuring that social determinants of health issues are addressed. The specialist acts as a member of the interdisciplinary team across various access points including the Emergency Department, PESS/Crisis units, inpatient units, and community providers. They will initiate post-discharge follow-up for mental health services and support adherence to aftercare appointments.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation.
• Skills in email communication, Microsoft Word, and other software systems.

Preferred:

• BA in Social Work preferred.
• Experience as a medical office assistant, medical assistant, or in a medical access/call center is a plus.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to appointments, such as arranging transportation or providing transportation via company vehicle.
• Conduct outreach to patients and community partners as needed.
• Maintain effective communication within the team.
• Complete assessments and documentation to support NJ-QIP program requirements, ensuring timely data collection.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Gather patient information for documentation.
• Initiate post-discharge follow-up and support adherence to appointments, communicating discharge plans with the team.
• Meet patients in various settings to engage and guide them to proper follow-up care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team on relapse prevention plans.
• Provide motivational interviewing and timely feedback on patient progress, documented in the patient's record and communicated verbally.

Benefits and Perks:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes PTO, medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, voluntary benefits, and discounts through partners.

Why Choose RWJBarnabas Health?

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and a supportive work environment. As New Jersey’s leading academic health system, we focus on innovative healthcare, education, and research, aiming to improve community health and create educational and career opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.