Behavioral Health Navigator LCSW LMHC EX

adventhealth; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

AdventHealth in Orlando, FL is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to provide psychosocial assessments, care plans, and psychotherapy to patients and families coping with behavioral health disorders.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support safe discharges, apply relevant state procedures, and connect patients with community resources to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling.
• LCSW or LMHC license is required.
• Experience in hospital/acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for safe discharges.
• Provide psychotherapy to patients and families.
• Assist with Baker Acts and Marchman Acts when needed.
• Link patients to community resources and coordinate referrals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Self-directed

Advocacy

Critical thinking

Resource utilization

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose‑minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

601 E Rollins St

City:

Orlando

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32803

Job Description:

Maintains comprehensive community resources and networks to assist patients and families as they transition back to the community. Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to establish and document psychosocial determinants of health for safe discharges and to avoid emergency hospital admissions. Serves as a consultant and educator to the multi-disciplinary team regarding psychosocial components of illness and hospitalization. Maintains professional competency by participating in continuing education and attending pertinent conferences and seminars regarding behavioral health. Applies local, state, and federal programs to assist with appropriate referrals and coordination of care. Participates in the development of programs to support patients and families dealing with behavioral health disorders. Attends physician rounds and forums to facilitate communication and behavioral health input to the interdisciplinary team. Follows up with patients in the community and/or post-acute environment to ensure compliance with the hospital discharge plan. Demonstrates working knowledge of the involuntary commitment process. Evaluates for potential safety risks appropriately and responds to potentially dangerous situations to ensure patient safety in the least restrictive manner. Other duties as assigned. Performs behavioral health intakes, psychosocial assessments, care plans, and psychotherapy with patients and families coping with behavioral health disorders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills [Required]
• Ability to act in an autonomous, self-directed manner while maintaining the ability to collaborate with other members of the team [Required]
• Excellent communication, negotiation and advocacy skills with patients, families, team members, health care team and community resources [Required]
• Working knowledge of community and treatment resources based on age and clinical need [Required]
• Critical-thinking/problem-solving skills [Required]
• Ability to utilize in-house and external resources [Required]
• Flexibility in prioritization and effective organizational skills [Required]
• Ability to utilize stress management techniques effectively [Required]
• Skills in advocacy [Required]
• Ability to provide solution-focused theory, cognitive behavioral theory and systems theory [Required]
• Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel [Required]

Education:

• Master's [Required]

Field of Study:

• in Social Work
• in Mental Health Counseling

Work Experience:

• 2+ years’ experience in clinical social work [Required]
• Experience in acute care hospital [Preferred]
• Experience in providing psychotherapy [Preferred]
• Experience with Baker Acts and Marchman Acts [Preferred]
• Experience working with medically complex patients [Preferred]
• Experience working with substance use and mental health disorders [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) [Required] OR
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$54,766.40 - $101,878.40

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.