Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator- 16hrs per week, Day and Evening Shift Available

Berkshirejobs; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator for Berkshirejobs is a part-time role based in Pittsfield, MA, working with the Emergency Psychiatry Service. The position supports care transitions for patients and collaborates with BH clinicians, ED nursing, and providers to ensure efficient use of resources.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of behavioral health and substance use care and strong written and verbal communication skills, contributing to improved healthcare delivery in the ED

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Behavioral Health Services clinicians, ED nursing and providers to ensure appropriate care transitions.
• Supports the Emergency Psychiatry Service with knowledge of behavioral health and substance use care and treatment.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job description

Schedule:

• 16 hours per week
• 2 postions available
• Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm (Days) 3:00pm-11:30pm (Evenings)
• Roating holiday and weekends

The Behavioral Health Disposition Coordinator works as a collaborative team member for the Emergency Psychiatry Service. This role collaborates with Psych ED BH Clinicians, ED nursing and providers to ensure appropriate care transitions and community-based services. The coordinator demonstrates knowledge and experience with behavioral health and substance use care and treatment and possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills. This role supports BHS goal to improve the efficiency of healthcare service delivery and the effective use of resources.