Behavioral Health / Crisis Care Manager / LCSW / LPC

Overview

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Description

SHIFT : After hours schedule (evening, overnight, or weekends).

Client Assessment and Evaluation : Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate clients mental health status, behavioral issues, and psychosocial needs, utilizing standardized risk assessment tools and techniques to gather comprehensive information.

Care and Treatment planning : Collaborate with patients, families, community support, and healthcare providers to develop individualized care plan based off assessment and tailored to both medical and psychosocial needs

Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication : Communicate and collaborate with those included in patient care team including but not limited to Physicians, unit nurses, social workers, security personal, and outside hospitals and agencies to coordinate and expedite the patient through the continuum of care management

Crisis Intervention and Stabilization : Provide immediate crisis intervention, including de-escalation techniques, brief counseling, safety planning to help stabilize patients experiencing acute psychiatric crises, including but not limited to those with suicidal ideation, severe anxiety, psychosis, or substance induced issues

Patient and Family Education : Educate and provide guidance to patients and their families about mental health conditions, assessment and treatment process, and available community resources

Discharge Planning and Referrals : Facilitate referrals and / or resources to appropriate inpatient of outpatient mental health services ensuring smooth transition of continued care to address individualized needs

Documentation : Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with the hospital policies and regulatory standards in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

Advocacy : Advocate for patients needs and rights, ensuring patients are given culturally competent and respectful care within the healthcare system.

Professional development and Education : Participate in professional development opportunities including workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current with best practices and regulatory requirements, providing leadership and guidance of knowledge to other healthcare support team to ensure best patient care

Compliance and Safety : Adhere to ethical business practices including all hospital policies, procedures, safety protocols, infection control, and patient confidentiality in order to provide quality improvement initiatives and safe, therapeutic care

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Must have a Masters in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field from an accredited institution.

1 year recent experience in behavioral health setting preferred, 3 years recent healthcare experience preferred, experience in Acute Care setting preferred.

LMSW or LAPC license in the state of Georgia required.

Must have working knowledge of software / Eemr applications. ACM, CCM preferred.

Must meet all quality and productivity expectations and successfully complete yearly competencies.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and / or veteran's status.

EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals.

EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS : EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday;
• frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking;

Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

• ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS : Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to : Blood-borne pathogen exposure;
• Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals / gases / fumes / vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot / Cold Temperatures;
• Indoor / Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care / handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required;

Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30308

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department EHM-Psych Access Services

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 135742

Job Category Behavioral Health, Counseling & Clergy

Schedule Other

Standard Hours 40 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $28.54 / Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $38.23 / Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions.

Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.