Behavior Health Specialist - (BH) - PRN

Northeast-Georgia-Health-System; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a behavioral health clinician to perform assessments for mental health and chemical dependency patients across ER, inpatient floors, and Laurelwood lobby. The role requires a Master’s degree and GA licensure readiness, with 1–3 years of relevant interview and assessment experience.

You will review intake data daily, participate in supervision and QA activities, and coordinate pre-certifications with payers while maintaining comprehensive documentation

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field for licensure in GA.
• Licensure at Associate level required within twelve months of hire.
• 1–3 years interview and assessment experience with psychiatric, emotional or chemical dependency patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessments for mental health and chemical dependency patients in ER, NGMC Floor or Laurelwood lobby.
• Reviews intake assessments daily to ensure triage protocol adherence.
• Attends intake supervision and staff meetings for in-service and problem solving.
• Performs pre-certification with payers and routes paperwork accordingly.
• Maintains assessment files and documentation for risk management.
• Establishes positive relationships with coworkers, referents and Laurelwood staff.
• Participates in QA monitoring and Performance Improvement activities.

Skills

Interviewing

Assessment

Data gathering

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Psychology

Master's degree in Counseling

Job description

Job Category:Behavioral Health, Counseling, and ClergyWork Shift/Schedule:VariesNortheast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.About the Role:Job SummaryProvides assessments and referrals of mental health and chemical dependency patients presenting at NGMC and at Laurelwood and various support functions necessary for the operation of Laurelwood. Provides service for a full range of patients including adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This position will care for patients in the child, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to policy and procedures of Laurelwood and NGHS.Minimum Job QualificationsLicensure or other certifications: Licensure at Associate level required within twelve (12) months of hire.Educational Requirements: Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related field that meets the requirements for licensure in the state of GeorgiaMinimum Experience: One (1) to three (3) years interview and assessment experience with patients having psychiatric, emotional, or chemical dependency problemsOther:Preferred Job QualificationsPreferred Licensure or other certifications:Preferred Educational Requirements:Preferred Experience:Other:Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCommunication skillsPositive interpersonal skillsAbility to gather data and come up with clinically sound disposition for patient being assessedAbility to interview, gather data, and facilitate dispositionAbility to function with independence and autonomy, following proper protocol and procedureEssential Tasks and ResponsibilitiesProvides assessments for mental health and chemical dependency patients. Conducts mental health and chemical dependency assessments in ER, NGMC Floor, or Laurelwood lobby (and other areas as designated) in an exceptionally responsive manner following the established protocol. Reviews all intake assessments on a daily basis to ensure that the triage protocol was followed. Attends intake supervision/staff meetings for the purpose of in-service, communication and problem solving. Clinical interviews are indicated by accurate and thorough assessments. Responds appropriately to all intake calls and request of Laurelwood staff with assistance of intake backup calls. Conducts pre-certification as needed with all payer sources. Routes all paperwork regarding pre-certification to the appropriate parties. Pre-certification includes voluntary and involuntary admission. Can operate independently, following proper protocol and procedures. All information regarding intake calls, assessments and other documentation is logged and paperwork completed and filed in the appropriate location. Maintains individual assessment files (assessment record, ER sheet, voluntary form, 1013, 2013, transfer summary, etc.) to ensure coverage for risk management issues. Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, referents, the North Georgia Medical Center and Laurelwood clinical and medical staff. Referral communications worksheet is completed on all admissions, voluntary or involuntary and routed to the appropriate area. Contacts all referents to inform of disposition, even if assessment is not an admission.Maintains appropriate records of patient intake. Reviews all intake records daily to ensure proper information has been recorded. Responsible for checking email on a daily basis to keep current with all job related communications. Monitors monthly intake assessments obtained by the intake staff to ensure that the standards of care for each patient are met.Participates in quality assurance for the department. Randomly documents staff’s knowledge of Department Policies and Procedures through QA monitoring procedures. Implements a process for monitoring and evaluating the quality and appropriateness of the department. Attends all Performance Improvement meetings to help take part in evaluating data, problem, solving, taking action, follow-up and documentation of activities. Maintains knowledge of all current policies and procedures and know where to access these policies and procedures for clarification if needed.Other duties as assigned. Maintains adequate supplies.Physical DemandsWeight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of timeWeight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of timeVision: Moderate, Constantly 66-100% of timeKneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30%Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30%Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30%Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, KeyboardingWorking at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.NGHS: Opportunities start here.Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.