Behavioral Health Liaison

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment where you can use your empathetic nature to support those in need?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! At Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System , we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team in Chattanooga, TN as a full-time Behavioral Health Liaison .

Through your efforts in this role, you contribute to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment that promotes recovery and personal growth.

we encourage you to apply for the position of Behavioral Health Liaison at Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System today.

Take the first step towards a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others.

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

In addition to the rewarding nature of the work itself, joining Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System means becoming part of a close-knit team of professionals dedicated to helping people.

Our culture is centered around humility, empathy, and a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

If you are excited about the prospect of joining a dynamic team of like-minded individuals while receiving a competitive annual salary of $42,000.

00 . We are proud to also offer great benefits such as health, dental, vision, life, a 401(k) with company match, an employee assistance program, a health savings account, and paid time off.

WHO ARE WE?

At Volunteer Behavioral Health, professionalism and compassion converge to create an environment where you can thrive. As a non-profit organization, our values drive our commitment to delivering exceptional care.

Join a community where your skills are valued, and your impact is felt on a profound level.

WHAT ARE THE HOURS?

This full-time healthcare position works Tuesday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m .

WHAT DOES YOUR DAY ENTAIL?

In your role as a Behavioral Health Liaison, your days often begin with responding to individuals in mental health crises, offering counseling, and connecting them to the help they need.

You navigate our Electronic Record system with ease, ensuring accurate data entry as you work efficiently to meet our standards.

At our Walk-in Center, hospitals, or ER, you greet clients warmly, completing evaluations promptly while keeping up the quality of data entry.

Team collaboration is key, and you eagerly participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and supervisory sessions as required.

For those with the experience and approval, providing Clinical Review and staffing cases with our experts is also part of your role.

Your day extends beyond the office, as you greet and orient clients to our open access / crisis services and maintain positive interactions with law enforcement.

You provide essential services daily at the Crisis Stabilization Unit and work closely with clients as they are admitted to or discharged from hospitals, expertly linking them to resources in the community.

Care management is a crucial facet of your role, and you diligently work through lists to re-engage clients who haven't had contact in a while.

You collaborate with outpatient locations to ensure continued engagement, focusing on person-centered care plans. Identifying and facilitating access to community support is another vital aspect, ensuring individuals have access to the resources they need.

You provide high-touch, in-person support, offering caregiver counseling and training, and you're always ready to lend a hand in crisis situations.

Transitional care is a priority, as you contribute to discharge plans after hospitalization and assure timely access to follow-up care.

You're also involved in health promotion, educating patients and their families on independent living skills with achievable, aspirational goals.

IS THIS THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU?

• Master's degree in a health-related field of counseling, psychology, social work, or other behavioral sciences
• 2+ years of Behavioral health experience

If this sounds like the right healthcare job for you, don't wait - apply today to join our team. We make it incredibly easy with our initial 3-minute application.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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