Clinician: Emergency Services - Master's Level

David Lawrence Center; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

David Lawrence Centers For Behavioral Health in Naples, FL is seeking a Master's-level Clinician for Emergency Services. The role involves clinical triage, crisis interventions, and psycho-social assessments for adults and families.

The position requires a Master's degree in a relevant field and at least 1 year of mental health experience, with strong collaboration skills and the ability to manage fast-paced demands.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 1 year of experience in mental/behavioral healthcare is required.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use treatment principles.
• Ability to assist with discharge planning and post-discharge appointments.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to relate to diverse clients and coworkers.
• Adaptability to varying and emergent work conditions.
• Proficiency with Office 365, Teams and EMR systems is strongly preferred.
• Compliance with trainings and immunizations is required.
• Ability to pass fingerprinting, drug screen, and local background checks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric/clinical triage for clients with mental health or SUD issues.
• Provide crisis interventions for adults, families, and children.
• Complete comprehensive psycho-social assessments for adults and children.
• Facilitate timely and accurate discharges from ESAC and Crisis Stabilization Units.
• Complete psycho-social assessments for inpatient Detox Program.
• Develop and evaluate individualized client treatment plans.
• Assist Access Center with triages and assessments when needed.
• Process insurance authorizations for admitted clients.
• Provide crisis support via telephone and national hotline.
• Cross-train with other professionals to deliver seamless care.
• Collaborate with DLC Providers, Nurses, clinicians, staff, and community partners.

Skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Client care focus

Adaptability

Team communication

Microsoft Office 365

Video conferencing

Education

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Psychiatric Nursing, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Clinician: Emergency Services - Master's Level

Job Title: Clinician: Emergency Services - Master's Level

Location: Naples, Florida

Company: David Lawrence Centers For Behavioral Health

Salary: Starting at $55,000
~ Enhanced Shift Differential Based On Schedule!
~Ultimate Compensation based on experience, education, language skills and potential impact!
Hiring Incentives: New Hire Incentive Bonus, Immediate PTO Accrual, Full Benefits W/401k, Professional Development & Tuition Programs, Wellness Programs & EAP, Licensure & Certification Assistance.

Job Summary:

Our Emergency Services Assessment Center (ESAC) provides elevated and modern Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder services; this role is open for someone who combines clinical skills with a compassionate approach to proactive intake-based assessment and triage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting psychiatric/clinical triage for Clients with mental health or substance use disorder issues; some with severe and persistent co-occurring disorders.
• Crisis interventions with adults, families, and children.
• Completing comprehensive psycho-social assessments with adults and children.
• Facilitating timely, thoughtful and accurate discharges for Clients who have been admitted to the Emergency Services Assessment Center and Crisis Stabilization Units.
• Completing comprehensive psycho-social assessments for DLC's inpatient Detox Program.
• Developing and evaluating individualized Client treatment plans.
• Assisting Access Center when needed with triages and assessments.
• Completing insurance authorization for Clients admitted to Emergency Services Assessment Center, Crisis stabilization Units and Detox Program.
• Providing crisis support via telephone and the National Suicide Hotline.
• Cross-training with other DLC professionals to deliver seamless Client care.
• Working closely with DLC Providers, Nurses, other Clinicians, Behavioral Health Technicians, Support Staff and external community partners.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Psychiatric Nursing, Rehabilitation Counseling or other relevant field = Required
• 1 years of experience in Mental Healthcare/Behavioral Healthcare setting = Required
• Knowledge of Mental Health/ Substance Use Disorder treatment principles/techniques = Required
• Ability to assist with inpatient discharge planning and post discharge appointments = Required
• Strong capabilities in multi-disciplinary team collaboration = Required
• Accurate efficiency in a demanding and fast-paced environment = Required
• Ability to relate to a diverse group of Clients and co-workers = Required
• Adaptability to varying and emergent work conditions = Required
• Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) and Electronic Medical Records experience = Strongly Preferred
• Staying compliant on all trainings and immunizations = Required
• Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting (General Information can be found HERE ), Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check = Required

Physical Requirements: This position requires a mix of physical activities throughout the workday. Duties involve periods of standing, sitting, and walking, often across various areas of the site. The role also includes tasks that may require bending, reaching, and other physical movements. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.