Psychiatric Assessment Specialist – LPHA

Human Resource Development Institute; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Human Resource Development Institute in Chicago seeks a Psychiatric Assessment Specialist – LPHA to conduct psychiatric assessments for clients in crisis. The ideal candidate will ensure timely evaluations and develop comprehensive treatment plans collaboratively with the team.

Applicants must have at least two years of experience, be an LCSW, and possess a Master's in Social Work or related field. This role requires proficiency in crisis intervention and a strong understanding of mental health diagnosis.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in crisis work within an emergency department.
• Solid understanding of DSM-IV-TR criteria and Illinois Mental Health Code.
• Proficient in problem-solving and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychiatric assessments for clients needing crisis evaluations.
• Document evaluations and treatment plans comprehensively.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Crisis intervention

DSM-IV-TR criteria understanding

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

LCSW

Master's in Social Work, Psychology or related field

Job description

Psychiatric Assessment Specialist – LPHA

Human Resources Development Institute, Inc. (HRDI) is one of the largest behavioral health care agencies in the United States. HRDI provides services in alcohol and substance abuse prevention and treatment, mental health, youth prevention, family services, community health, case management, alternative youth education, HIV/AIDS prevention and education, corrective services, and gambling prevention and education. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities to improve their quality of life and to influence public policy through the design and implementation of innovative, efficient, effective, and accountable behavioral health, social service, education, and economic development programs. Our vision is to set the standard for a comprehensive global system of behavioral health care and community services that utilizes the highest degree of excellence and best practices.

HRDI is seeking a Psychiatric Assessment Specialist – LPHA to conduct psychiatric assessments on clients who require crisis evaluations to determine the appropriate level of care in accordance with HRDI policies, procedures and protocols and regulatory requirements.

Job Duties

• Ensure that 100% of the calls for evaluation of an individual are responded to onsite within one hour.
• Completely document the evaluation prior to the department from the Emergency Department.
• Ensure that the assessment includes the prescribed clinical evaluation of the individual.
• Based on eligibility and clinical evaluation, determine the most appropriate and available level of care and secure authorization.
• Ensure firm linkage of the individual with the authorized level of care.
• Document the evaluation, recommendations and disposition outcome for the individual.
• Complete a psychological assessment, including mental health exam, past and present psychiatric history, family history, substance abuse history, and suicide risk assessment.
• Provide billable Medicaid services to all assigned clients.
• Complete mental health assessments to identify client’s needs and recommend services.
• As a member of an interdisciplinary team, develop comprehensive treatment plans within required timeframes.
• Ensure participation of team members, the individual, guardian, family, and necessary professionals in the treatment process, unless the individual does not want family involvement.
• Counsel family members to support clients, within confidentiality limits.

Qualifications

• Must be an LCSW with at least two years of experience as a social worker, including crisis work in an emergency department.
• Solid understanding of DSM‑IV‑TR criteria for diagnosing mental health and substance abuse patients and Illinois Mental Health Code.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.
• Knowledge of Community Mental Health rules and the Department of Mental Health.
• High skill in problem solving and working effectively with people.
• Detail oriented and flexible.
• Ability to formulate 5‑Axis diagnoses and initial treatment plan.
• Capable of assessing client’s presentation of illness and functional level.
• Master’s in Social Work, Psychology or related field.
• Excellent observation, analytical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Good critical thinking skills and ability to assess, evaluate, and teach; flexible with working knowledge of all areas of medicine.

Ability to adjust priorities quickly and organize multiple tasks simultaneously.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.