Crisis Clinician - LSW/LAC - Full Time, Shift2PM-12AM/rotating every other weekend, Atlantic He[...]

Responsibilities Provide Emergency Crisis Intervention Services Conduct and complete initial and follow-up clinical and risk assessments for patients with behavioral health and related stressors in the community, Emergency Room, and other hospital floors. Formulate provisional dispositions and clinical summaries referencing clinical features in both community and hospital settings, following departmental policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements. Complete assessments for substance use concerns, withdrawal, identifying symptoms, patterns and risks. Provide precise and accurate clinical summaries/reviews with psychiatric providers to develop appropriate clinical dispositions. Formulate after-care plans, assisting patients in navigating the system of care and securing needed follow-up clinical appointments. Patient Management Complete de-escalation interventions with patients independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. Complete re-assessments and ongoing clinical interventions for identified treatment targets. Facilitate and manage transfer to involuntary, voluntary and CCIS units for ongoing care. Documentation Complete initial crisis evaluations, screening assessments for involuntary commitment, risk assessments, safety plans and clinical reevaluation assessments in accordance with departmental, administrative and state agency requirements. Ensure documentation is precise, accurate, and meets standards set by the department and regulatory requirements. Meet required timeframes for documentation as noted in departmental policy. Manage and complete all required departmental reporting documentation and data collection processes. Complete and manage all required legal documentation for involuntary, voluntary and pediatric psychiatric admissions. Pre-Certification Complete all required insurance authorizations and follow-up as needed to obtain coverage for the required level of care. Family Intervention Conduct and document collateral information and reports when clinically indicated. Provide family intervention, support and psychoeducation regarding system of care, psychiatric admission, involuntary process and aftercare planning. Interdisciplinary Professionalism Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary care team including nursing, psychiatric providers, social work, medical providers and peer specialists. Maintain professional relationships with external legal and professional agencies involved in patient care. Participate in short-term treatment goal planning and aftercare treatment plans. Quality Actively contribute and assist in departmental quality and safety initiatives. Training Enroll in and complete, with passing score, the New Jersey Mental Health Basic Screening Certification Series within one year of hire. Education Complete assigned departmental competencies and continuing education requirements within required timeframes. Maintain active NJ Mental Health Certification by completing continued education approved by Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care Technical Assistance Center. Patient Care Operate as part of an interdisciplinary team in the emergency department providing direct patient support, interventions and clinical care in coordination with nursing, medical, and behavioral health teams. Service Line Support Assist and complete assessments, authorizations and discharge planning for additional crisis sites remotely as requested. Collaborate and coordinate with departmental leadership. Qualifications Required Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or other related field. Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Alcohol Counselor (LAC) required. New Jersey Mental Health Screener Certification required at time of hire or eligibility within one year of hire. Preferred Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) preferred. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs