BA Emergency Evaluator - Shift 1 | Citrus County Crisis Support

LifeStream Behavioral Center; Beverly Hills (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Pension Plan

403(b)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Free Telehealth Services

HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program

And More

Job summary

LifeStream Behavioral Center in Florida seeks a BA Emergency Evaluator to assess individuals in crisis and determine the appropriate level of care. You will work with medical and mental health professionals to develop intervention plans and provide stabilization services.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years in behavioral health, with strong communication and EHR skills. This role emphasizes compassionate care and collaboration with community resources.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Experience in crisis intervention and emergency evaluation.
• Familiarity with mental health assessment tools and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals in crisis to evaluate their mental health status and immediate needs.
• Collaborate with medical and mental health professionals to develop appropriate intervention and treatment plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals experiencing acute behavioral health issues.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with community resources and support services to ensure continuity of care for individuals post-crisis.
• Maintain a professional and empathetic approach when interacting with individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in emergency behavioral health evaluation.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health assessment

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Purpose:- The BA Emergency Evaluator is responsible for assessing and evaluating individuals in crisis situations to determine the appropriate level of care and intervention. This role is critical in ensuring that individuals receive timely and effective behavioral health services in emergency situations, contributing to their overall well-being and safety.Key Responsibilities:- Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals in crisis to evaluate their mental health status and immediate needs.- Collaborate with medical and mental health professionals to develop appropriate intervention and treatment plans.- Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals experiencing acute behavioral health issues.- Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.- Coordinate with community resources and support services to ensure continuity of care for individuals post-crisis.- Maintain a professional and empathetic approach when interacting with individuals, families, and other stakeholders.- Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with best practices in emergency behavioral health evaluation.Required Education:- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.Required Experience:- Minimum of two years of experience in a behavioral health setting.- Experience in crisis intervention and emergency evaluation.- Familiarity with mental health assessment tools and procedures.Required Skills and Abilities:- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations.- Proficient in using electronic health record systems.- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.LifeStream BenefitsHealth/Dental/Vision InsuranceShort Term DisabilityPension Plan403(b)Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)Flexible Work SchedulesTuition Reimbursement ProgramFree Telehealth ServicesHRSA Loan Forgiveness ProgramAnd More!Important NoticeAs part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements. For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening ClearinghouseLifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.