Casual Behavioral Health Navigator I — ED Liaison

UPMC; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Western Behavioral Health is seeking a Casual Behavioral Health Navigator I to support UPMC Chautauqua Emergency Department. The role focuses on assessment and navigation of patients and families in collaboration with attending psychiatrists and staff to develop initial treatment plans and facilitate bed placement or disposition planning.

The incumbent will manage communication, triage acuity levels, and ensure timely information flow for efficient patient operations and disposition.

Responsibilities

• Meet standards for documentation and complete all required paperwork, including psychiatric evaluation and commitment paperwork.
• Utilize DSM-5 terminology and assist with provisional diagnosis as appropriate.
• Review inpatient commitments for accuracy, competencies and time frames.
• Know insurance programs and obtain authorizations as needed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary activities such as staff meetings and committees.
• Learn and use up-to-date technology in delivery of patient care for assessment and disposition/referral planning.

Job description

UPMC Western Behavioral Health is seeking a Casual Behavioral Health Navigator I to support UPMC Chautauqua Emergency Department. The role focuses on assessment and navigation of patients and families in collaboration with attending psychiatrists and staff to develop initial treatment plans and facilitate bed placement or disposition planning.

The incumbent will manage communication, triage acuity levels, and ensure timely information flow for efficient patient operations and disposition.