CRF Clinician/Screener

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care, Inc.; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account (HSA) employer

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 paid holidays

403b Retirement Plan with 9% employer

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care, Inc. is seeking a behavioral health professional to screen and assess patients in the crisis and inpatient setting. You will conduct individual and family sessions, de-escalate crises, and lead group activities while coordinating with licensed providers for involuntary evaluations when needed.

You will also assist with discharge planning, outpatient referrals, and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with agency standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Human Services or related field.
• Minimum of one year experience in behavioral health settings.
• Experience with crisis management and/or substance use disorders preferred.
• Ability to pass Level II background screening and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Makes clinical determinations of mental status, suicidality, homicidality, or self-neglect.
• Screens, assesses, and plans discharge for CRF/RC clients.
• Conducts individual and family sessions and leads group activities for inpatients.
• Obtains collateral information to assess risk and coordinates referrals.
• Refers to licensed providers for involuntary assessment when needed.
• Assists with outpatient appointments and external referrals.
• Completes emergency screenings and maintains documentation per audits.
• Performs transfer evaluations under Baker Act as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Crisis management

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field

Master’s degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

EMR system

Basic computer skills

Job description

Makes clinical determination of mental status, suicidality, homicidality, or self-neglect of persons who present to the CRF or RCResponsible for screening, assessment, and discharge planning for persons receiving services at the CRF or RCConducts individual and/or family sessions as well as leading group therapeutic activities for adults and children receiving inpatient servicesObtains collateral information from persons who are familiar with the client in order to assess the level of riskRefers to licensed provider for involuntary assessment as needed.Assists patients with setting up outpatient appointments or with referrals to external community resourcesAssists with completion of emergency screenings for services as neededProvides information regarding mental health and substance use diagnosis and treatmentsProvides crisis de-escalation assistance to individuals in inpatient servicesPerforms transfer evaluations per Baker Act law as neededCompletes up-to-date documentation in accordance with the internal and external audit standards.Position requires less than 10% travelBenefitsFull-timeDental, vision, health, and life insurance.Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Employer sponsored contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA), with qualifying insurance plan.Paid Time Off (PTO).11 paid holidays.Must meet eligibility requirements403b Retirement Plan, with 9% employer contribution for those who meet eligibility requirements.Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible, and Health· Bachelor’s (BA/BS) or Master’s (MA/MS) degree in Human Services or a related field required· Compensation will be commensurate with degree level (Bachelor’s or Master’s) and aligned with the applicable pay grade· Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals in a behavioral health setting required· Experience working with individuals in crisis and/or with substance use disorders preferred· Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct in accordance with agency policies and procedures· Ability to effectively manage stressful situations while maintaining appropriate professional demeanor and boundaries· Strong customer service skills with a commitment to positive patient and client interactions· Proficiency in basic computer use and ability to learn and navigate an electronic medical record (EMR) system· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills· Excellent verbal and written communication skills· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team· Must be able to pass Level II background screening and drug test (CBHC is a drug-free workplace)For more information regarding the Level II Background Screening click here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com