Psychosocial Evaluator

StarCare Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical coverage

HSA contribution

Life insurance

Hospital indemnity plan

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sabbatical leave

Longevity bonuses

Referral bonuses

Zusammenfassung

StarCare Specialty Health System in Lubbock, TX is seeking a licensed LPHA to serve as a Psychosocial Evaluator in the Local Mental Health Authority Department.

You will perform diagnostic evaluations, complete CANS/ANSA, document timely, and coordinate LOC determinations with children, teens, and adults. A Master’s in a human services field and Texas LPHA licensure are required.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in a human services field.
• Active Texas LPHA license; provisional license acceptable.
• Minimum 1 year of full-time clinical experience.

Aufgaben

• Completes diagnostic evaluation to determine service eligibility and LOC for children, adolescents, and adults.
• Completes CANS to establish a LOC when applicable.
• Completes ANSA to establish a LOC when applicable.
• Completes all documentation correctly and within established timeframes.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, staffing sessions, etc.
• Assist supervisor and other Center staff with special projects and/or assignments as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

DSM-5 knowledge

Crisis intervention

Interviewing skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

EHR proficiency

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in human services

Texas LPHA license (active)

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Jobbeschreibung

StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a dynamic Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts (LPHA) to fill the position of Psychosocial Evaluator in the Local Mental Health Authority Department.

What is a Local Mental Health Authority (LMHA):

Local Mental Health Authorities serve as the point of entry for publicly funded, privately funded, or unfunded mental health services for people who are assessed with mental illness in Texas. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) requires each LMHA to evaluate the mental health needs of communities in their local service area and plan, develop policy, coordinate services, and use resources to address those needs.

Responsibilities:

• Completes diagnostic evaluation to determine service eligibility and level of care (LOC) for children, adolescents, and adults to include preliminary diagnosis, linking to appropriate services and/or community resource referrals.
• Completes Child and Adolescent Needs Strengths Assessment (CANS) to establish a LOC, as applicable.
• Completes the Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA) to establish a LOC, as applicable.
• Completes all documentation correctly and within the established timeframes.
• Attend meetings, training sessions, staffing sessions, etc.
• Assists supervisor and other Center staff with special projects and/or assignments as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule:

This is a full-time/exempt position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the Local Mental Health Authority Department.

StarCare offers an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations .

Qualifications:

Education:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human services field, such as sociology, psychology, etc.
• Must be a Licensed Professional of the Healing Arts (LPHA) such as LPC, LCSW or LMFT with an active Texas license. Willing to consider an applicant with a provisional license such as an LPC-A, LMSW under supervision for LCSW, or an LMFT-A.

Experience:

• One (1) year of full-time clinical experience in the treatment of persons with mental illness.

Skills & Abilities:

Required:

• Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
• Knowledge of clinical skills in evaluation and crisis intervention.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work closely with multiple departments at the same time.
• Ability to assess accurately without personal biases.
• Must have strong interviewing and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with diverse individuals.
• Ability and training (if required) to competently administer tests and measures.
• Ability to accurately document information obtained from interviews, tests, records, or reference materials.
• Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with other employees, management, state employees, and the public.
• Knowledge and skill in operating standard office equipment (phone, copier, etc.) and personal computer/laptop, including Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge and experience with Electronic Health Records.

Preferred:

• Experience in the psychiatric field or utilization review.
• Knowledge of psychiatric terminology, DSM-5, and psychopharmacology.
• Certified in CANS/ANSA.

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must maintain current licensure as an LPHA or associate.
• Must have a Texas driver's license and be insurable under the Agency's insurance.

Summary

WHY CHOOSE STARCARE?

Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:

• Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
• Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
• Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
• Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
• Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System , your work is not a job. It's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community.

EEO Statement: StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.