Mental Health Therapist

Overview In Psychiatric Intake Response Center at Main Campus Children\u2019s of Alabama. Schedule: On-call / Flexi on the Weekend shift, Weekends, Evenings, Days. Summary Provides thorough triage, assessment, education, intervention and resource services in the Psychiatric Intake Response Center (PIRC) at Children\u2019s of Alabama. Assists in connecting needed mental health and behavioral health services available in the community with children and families to improve health outcomes and prevent crises. Provides crisis intervention services and conducts thorough psychosocial assessments and safety planning in the Emergency Department. Essential competencies Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, as this position requires interpersonal communication with patients, families, community providers, and multiple teams and departments in the hospital. Knowledge of child development, mental health diagnoses, psychosocial assessment and behavioral health intervention. Demonstrates proficiency in crisis intervention skills for children, adolescents and families. Promotes collaboration, teamwork, problem solving and sharing of ideas. Credentials Licensed Professional Counselor or any of the following equivalent qualifications: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Licensed Master Social Worker Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate Licensed Counselor Education Masters Degree in Counseling Experience 4 Years job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Behavioral Counseling Navigating the mental health care system is challenging for patients, families, and providers. The Psychiatric Intake Response Center (PIRC) is a free, confidential phone response center designed to help adult callers and community providers find the appropriate level of mental health care. These services are provided via telephone by licensed mental health clinicians trained to assess a child or teen’s mental, emotional, and behavioral needs. The clinicians recommend the best treatment options and provide mental health education and support. In the Emergency Department, PIRC staff also assesses patients and caregivers who are in a crisis. The PIRC Therapists conduct interviews to assess what the presenting concern is and consult with a multidisciplinary team who decides the best plan of care. The therapists provide clinical recommendations, education, resources, and coordination of services as a part of the team. Any adult with a mental health question or concern regarding a child or adolescent is encouraged to contact the PIRC at 205-638-PIRC (7472). The PIRC is open seven days a week, year-round from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Anyone experiencing a crisis should call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts should call the 24-hour, 7 day a week National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number at 988. Schedule Weekends, Evenings, Days, Weekend Shift, 8-Hour Shifts #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's of Alabama