MA/MS Emergency Evaluator - Shift 3 (1295)

Job Purpose:
- The MA/MS Emergency Evaluator 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 in order to effectively plan for the treatment of the client.
- 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.
- This position performs initial and preliminary assessment of individuals entering LifeStream Behavioral Center's continuum of services.
- Provides face to face assessments to individuals deemed by themselves or others to be in crisis and needing immediate behavioral health treatment.
- Provides crisis intervention by telephone as needed and responds to calls for information and assistance.

Required Education:
- Master's degree in human services or related field.

Required Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years' behavioral healthcare experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong assessment and diagnostic skills with the ability to evaluate mental health emergencies accurately and efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure while making critical decisions in high-stress situations.
- Proficient in using electronic health records and other clinical documentation systems.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to mental health services and emergency interventions.

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.