MHS I, PROVIDER ASSISTANT SPECIALIST (PAS)

ADP, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health of South Dade, Inc. is seeking a Provider Assistant Specialist (MHS I) in Miami, FL. The role focuses on completing treatment plans, assisting with FARS/CFARS, and facilitating medication management services for diverse age groups in an outpatient setting.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Criminal Justice, CPR certification, and strong verbal/written communication. Team-based care, HIPAA compliance, and accurate documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited university with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Criminal Justice.
• CPR Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in verbal and written skills; knowledge of FARS system; administers behavioral rating scales and ASAM documentation forms; understands Confidentiality and Patient Rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient behavioral health services with age-appropriate care across infant to geriatric groups.
• Assist in preparing treatment plans and reviews; coordinate with MD/ARNP for patient involvement.
• Maintain daily productivity logs and ensure timely, accurate documentation in patient charts.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

FARS system knowledge

Behavioral rating scales

ASAM documentation

Confidentiality & patient rights

Education

Bachelor's in Psychology

Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

Tools

FARS system

Job description

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MHS I, PROVIDER ASSISTANT SPECIALIST (PAS)

Active - Hourly full-time Professional Behavioral Health (001), Miami, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1845

Salary Range: $17.36 To $24.26 Annually

POSITION PURPOSE: The Mental Health Specialist I is responsible in completing treatment plans and treatment plan reviews for packages that are only receiving medication management services. In addition, the MHS I will assist providers in completing FARS/CFARS and outcome measures if necessary. Mental Health Specialist I is responsible for completing intakes as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education/Experience : Graduated from an accredited university with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Criminal Justice.
• Licensure / Certification : CPR Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Skills / Ability : Proficiency in verbal and written skills. Possesses knowledge of FARS computer system. Administers behavioral rating scale, client certification and ASAM documentation forms. Possesses knowledge of Confidentiality and Patient Rights.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (THIS IS A NON-EXEMPT POSITION)

Provides care primarily for the following groups:

• Infant
• Pediat
• Adolesc
• Adult
• Geriat

• Provides high quality of services at all times in an outpatient Behavioral Healthcare component, with emphasis on age appropriate, bio-psychosocial issues.
• Prepares for next day/week providers patient schedule. Ascertain which patients are only receiving medication management services. Works with other team members in completing this task if necessary.
• Identifies which patients are due for a C/FARS, treatment plan/treatment plan review and outcome measures including discharge and admission.
• Support the medical staff in preparing a treatment plan/update. Will present documentation to MD/ARNP and included the patient in the development of the treatment plan.
• Maintains a daily log of productivity.
• Facilitates daily, weekly education and counseling groups if necessary.
• Develops/keeps a log of what required documentation is due.
• Assures that clients charts are active and updated in a timely manner and they are sequentially ordered.
• Participates in daily treatment team activities as a core treatment team member.
• Works with the Contract Compliance Manager, Coordinators and Data Entry Staff to ensure that all provider documentation is completed per DCF/SFBHN (South Florida Behavioral Health Network) requirements.
• Participates in in-patient and family education if required.
• Monitors client's ongoing needs, goals and progress.
• Understands and applies knowledge pertaining to Community Health of South Dade, Inc. Behavioral Health Care Center policies and procedures at all times. The Mental Health Specialist I will always adhere to professional and ethical boundaries.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current Behavioral Health practice ensuring proper judgment and decision-making guidelines.
• Utilizes available time in a manner in which is consistent and emphasizes department compliance.
• Performs all daily activities, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Provides brief, problem oriented counseling.
• Maintains client confidentiality at all times.
• Completes mandatory in-service training.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Maintains current certifications.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory entities.
• Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
• Maintains 95% productivity monthly.
• Reports to work on time and ready to work with minimal absenteeism.
• Completes B&E (billing and encounter) forms within the same day of intervention.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation in patient charts within the same day of intervention.
• Adheres to Confidentiality Policies and Procedures / HIPAA Regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.