D102 Admission Clinician Non-Licensed

River Edge Behavioral Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

401k with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short and Long-term disability coverage

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, is seeking an Admission Clinician for its Bibb Outpatient Services program to provide outpatient behavioral health services aimed at adults confronting mental health challenges.

The ideal candidate will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and maintain accurate clinical records. Along with a master’s degree in a human services field, at least one year of post-master's experience in mental health treatment is preferred. Benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

• Expertise in mental health and substance abuse services, along with community resources.
• Must pass an acceptable background check and drug screen.
• Acceptable references required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral health assessments to determine care levels.
• Develop solution-focused treatment plans with client participation.
• Maintain quality clinical records via electronic medical record.
• Support culturally competent, recovery-based practices.

Education

Master’s degree in a human services field

License eligible

Job description

Overview

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge Behavioral Health continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

Position

Admission Clinician – Mental Health Clinician for the Bibb Outpatient Services program. River Edge offers behavioral health outpatient services to adults in Macon-Bibb County experiencing mental health and substance use challenges and is looking to fill this position.

Benefits Offered

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

In This Role You Will

• Conduct confidential behavioral health assessments to determine the appropriate level of care.
• Elicit client participation in the development of a solution-focused treatment plan to address important goals, objectives, and interventions.
• Complete collaborative documentation.
• Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and training programs as designed.
• Attend clinical supervision to increase skills and knowledge.
• Provide clinical consultation to referral resources, mentors, family members, and others to help support clients in their recovery.
• Collect and review referral information and consult with others as needed to support coordination of services and scheduling of client interviews.
• Coordinate the admission and intake with the appropriate staff to ensure a timely and smooth transition into treatment.
• Maintain quality, up-to-date clinical records via our electronic medical record, including progress notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge planning, and outcomes.
• Maintain working knowledge of treatment agencies and programs and a list of resources that can be shared with clients.
• Remain in compliance with internal and external policies, procedures, regulations, and standards, including all of River Edge's policies and procedures and Quality Assurance Plan, DBHDD requirements, State Licensing standards, County Monitoring requirements, and managed care regulations.
• Support culturally competent, recovery-based practices, person-centered planning, and a trauma-informed culture to aid consumers in the recovery process.

You Will Need

• A master’s degree in a human services field from an accredited college or university (e.g., LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW) or license eligible.
• Expertise and knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
• Acceptable background check and drug screen.
• Acceptable references.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of post-master's experience providing mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Location & Schedule

175 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217

Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.