Behavioral Health Therapist - York Hospital ED - Nights

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time clinical professional to assist with triage, assessments, and provide therapy in the emergency department. The role requires a Master's degree and at least two years of relevant experience. The position includes a sign-on bonus and offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and education assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Short-term disability

Education assistance

Financial support including DailyPay

Wellness programs

Caregiver support via Wellthy

Childcare referral services via Wellthy

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in psychology, social work, or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with initial triage and assessment, provides clinical oversight.
• Documents all requests using computerized inquiry functions.
• Provides individual, family, and group therapy in the ED.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Crisis Management

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Full-time (80 hours biweekly)

(4) ten-hour shifts; 9 pm to 7 am

Every-other-weekend and rotating holidays

Sign On Bonus Eligible

General Summary

Assists with initial triage and assessment, provides clinical oversight, facilitates the admissions process, and serves as a resource about internal and external services. Assists with security and patient behavioral management and provides crisis intervention services.

• Triages requests for service, providing prompt assistance based on urgency.
• Documents all requests using computerized inquiry functions.
• Maintains knowledge of insurance/managed care processes related to pre-certifications and authorizations and completes these as required.
• Uses clinical assessment and judgment to make safety observation recommendations in the ED.
• Determines appropriate level of care based on client history, psychosocial background, clinical presentation, and funding situation.
• Instructs and assists clients and families with paperwork, witnessing signatures as needed.
• Collaborates with program staff to transition clients and participates in psychiatrist conference calls, providing clinical summaries and noting special needs.
• Interacts with clients and families with confidentiality, patient rights awareness, and sensitivity to distress levels.
• Assists licensed practitioners with initial patient assessments during triage.
• Prepares documentation for treatment authorization by third-party payers.
• Refers patients to other care levels or services when appropriate, completing necessary procedures.
• Coordinates with other providers or agencies involved in patient care, including primary care, schools, legal, and social services.
• Provides individual, family, and group therapy in the ED, applying clinical decision-making skills.
• Adheres to processes related to behavioral health patient care coordination.
• Maintains awareness of community resources and shares relevant information with clients.
• Serves as an initial contact for emergencies, administrative issues, and public relations, directing to appropriate staff.
• Familiar with WellSpan Philhaven's admission criteria and the Mental Health Procedures Act, advising staff accordingly.
• Knowledgeable about behavioral management techniques and assists during behavioral emergencies (BERT) in the ED.

Common Expectations

• Prioritizes workload and manages time effectively.
• Provides excellent customer service until needs are met.
• Completes service activities accurately and promptly.
• Maintains current knowledge of programs and services, sharing information with clients.

Minimum Education

• Master's Degree Required

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years in psychology, social work, or related field required

Driver's License Statement

Must hold a valid driver's license in current residence; driving record must meet WellSpan Risk Management standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and listening, for managing admissions and counseling.
• Ability to counsel on sensitive issues and act in a public relations capacity.
• Analytical skills to resolve crisis and service inquiries.
• Visual acuity for reviewing documents and observing patient behavior.
• Knowledge of care for all age groups, considering their specific needs and behaviors.

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term disability
• Education assistance
• Financial support including DailyPay
• Wellness programs
• Caregiver support via Wellthy
• Childcare referral services via Wellthy

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)

WellSpan Health aims to reimagine healthcare through comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions. As a value-based care leader, we operate more than 250 locations, including hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health services across Pennsylvania and Maryland, supported by a team of 23,000 professionals.

WellSpan Philhaven

Located on over 200 acres in Mt. Gretna, PA, our campus offers a peaceful environment with walking trails, an adjacent farm, and extensive programs for mental health care, including treatment for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.