PT PAR Clinician

Title: PT Pre-Admission Review (PAR) Clinician, PAR Services Reports to: Par Services Manager (Director of PIHP Crisis Services) Position Type: Part-Time Reporting to the Director of PIHP Crisis Services and the PAR Services Manager, the PAR Clinician completes timely and accurate PARs (crisis assessments) in local and out-of-county emergency departments and Child Caring Institutes (CCIs). The PAR Clinician provides assessment of DWIHN members in crisis based on medical necessity and along state and federal guidelines, authorizing higher levels of care based on identified need. The PAR Clinician is expected to conduct PAR assessments face-to-face unless otherwise specified. The PAR Clinician provides immediate support, risk assessment and safety plan development as well as connection to ongoing behavioral and physical health services in the community. Job Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments, or Pre-Admission Reviews (PARs) for DWIHN members in crisis. Communicate with Clinically Responsible Service Providers (CRSPs) in the DWIHN provider network and assist developing and implementing crisis intervention supports and services. Coordinate with local and out-of-county emergency departments and CCIs including police and medical personnel. Facilitate referrals to all DWIHN levels of care within the provider network service array. Document all member interactions and crisis planning accurately to reflect adherence to all state and federal guidelines medical necessity criteria within the DWIHN electronic health record (EHR). Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Follow up with members to ensure connection to all medically necessary supports and services. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices in crisis intervention. Manage and de-escalate high-stress situations effectively, maintaining DWIHN policies and procedures. Advocate for member rights when receiving behavioral health services. Provide on-call support when and where necessary. Manage and effectively execute high volume PAR assessments where necessary to align with state and federal guidelines and performance indicators. Coordinate discharge planning, assisting members in obtaining services that suit his/her individual medical, psychiatric, and social support needs. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s) Knowledge of DWIHN policies, procedures, and practices. Knowledge of the DWIHN provider network and community resources. Knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code. Knowledge of the behavioral health and mental health principles and practices. Knowledge of the Michigan Medicaid Provider Manual. Knowledge of MWHIN. Knowledge of compliance standards. Knowledge of call screening techniques and phone etiquette. Knowledge of policies and procedures for receiving and processing emergency calls. Knowledge of customer service principles and practices. Knowledge of crisis training and experience in de-escalation, i.e., suicide prevention, development of crisis plans, trauma informed care, etc. Knowledge of emergency and general dispatch procedures and practices. Knowledge of medical and insurance terminology. Assessment skills. Evaluation skills. Decision making skills. Interpersonal skills. Customer service skills. Communication skills. Active listening skills. Computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook, Teams). Teamwork skills. Ability to communicate orally. Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to work effectively with others. Ability to work with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, economically and socially diverse population. Judgement/Reasoning ability. Required Qualifications Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Nursing, Human Services, Social Services or a related field or Licensed Bachelor’s level Social Worker. Licenses: Valid State of Michigan Clinical Licensure: RN, LMSW, LMHC, LBSW, LPC, LLP or PhD (an applicable limited license will be accepted). Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with a safe and acceptable driving record. Experience: Five (5) years of clinical experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting; at least Three (3) years of professional experience in clinical behavioral health assessment and crisis intervention. Working Conditions: Work performed mostly in hospital settings, requiring local travel by personal vehicle to emergency rooms and hospitals within and outside of Wayne County, as well as travel throughout the State of Michigan. Flexible employment schedule required. DWIHN requires proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions that may be required by law will be approved when properly supported. The Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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