BA Emergency Evaluator (POOL) (1288)

Job Purpose:
- The Emergency Evaluation (BA) primarily provides assessments and intervention services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises and/or seeking substance abuse detoxification services.

Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates a cooperative attitude to problem solving and conflict resolution with all levels of staff and in all interactions with families and outside professionals.
- Documents all contacts and evaluations using established methods and protocol in a timely, legible manner and in accordance with Center policy and procedures.
- This position must interact with individuals, courts, agencies, law enforcement and other professionals within the Center and community to effectively plan for the client's treatment.
- Participate department meetings as required and keep supervisor advised of any problems, concerns or dissatisfactions related to the delivery of emergency services.
- The position delivers behavioral healthcare services to individuals in crisis to determine the most appropriate level of care required.
- Provides face to face assessments to individuals deemed by themselves or others to be in crisis and needing immediate behavioral health treatment.
- Assists individuals to obtain services not provided by the Access Center by linking to other programs within LifeStream or referring to professionals outside LifeStream's array of services when necessary.
- The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.

Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required

Required Experience:
- A minimum of 2-year behavioral healthcare experience required
- Experience in crisis intervention and emergency response.

Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong assessment and evaluation skills to determine the immediate needs of individuals in crisis.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in high-pressure situations.
- Proficiency in using electronic health records and other relevant software.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all interactions.

LifeStream Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Pension Plan
• 403(b)
• Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Free Telehealth Services
• HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program
• And More!

Important Notice
As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements. For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse


LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.