WEEKEND Inpatient Mental Health Clinician

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 403b
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program

Company Overview
Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental and behavioral health services to the community. Services include 24-hour emergency care, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling. 

Job Summary
Mental Health Resource Center, a comprehensive not-for-profit provider of mental health and social services and a Joint Commission-accredited organization, is seeking an Inpatient Clinician for the Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU) at our Northside facility.

The Inpatient Clinician is responsible for conducting initial and ongoing assessments of patients in the CCSU to ensure the delivery of individualized treatment and services. This role provides individual, group, and family therapy sessions focused on functional, social, personal, and educational needs, and completes trauma and other assessments as recommended by the Psychiatrist or APRN.

Responsibilities 

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy sessions to CCSU patients and their families.
  Delivers individual and group training on functional, social, personal, and psychoeducational skills.
  Completes patient documentation in a timely and accurate manner, including:
  • Biopsychosocial assessments 
  • Treatment plans and treatment plan reviews 
  • Progress toward treatment goals and objectives 
  • All services provided in the patient medical record 
  • All contact with patients, families/significant others, and service providers 
  • Collection and documentation of collateral information 
• Participates in daily rounds and treatment team meetings; communicates patient progress, concerns, and family session updates.
  Assesses and monitors for risk, trauma symptoms, and indications of abuse, neglect, or abandonment; utilizes appropriate reporting procedures.
• Completes initial and ongoing assessments of patients and their post-discharge environments.
• Communicates with designated representatives, as authorized, to gather information and maintain ongoing collaboration throughout admission.
• Participates in treatment planning with patients and families/caregivers to identify and address needs.
• Initiates and follows up on requests for previous psychiatric or medical records.
• Coordinates financial information with the financial clerk.
• Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment and discharge plans and support patients in achieving their goals.
• Identifies and develops appropriate community resources to support successful post-discharge functioning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field from an accredited college or university required (related fields must include at least 30 hours of coursework in human behavior and development).
• Valid Florida Registered Intern credential (IMH, ISW, or IMT) required.
• Previous experience working with child/adolescent mental health populations preferred.
• Valid Florida license (LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT) preferred.
• CFARS certification preferred.
• Candidates must be able to make sound, independent decisions daily, including recognizing risks and emergencies and responding appropriately. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by making a positive impact in the community.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required to effectively interact with patients, families, community providers, and multidisciplinary staff. This position involves both individual and group interaction with patients in a locked unit setting.

Position Details
Every other Saturday and Sunday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Renaissance Behavioral Health Systems and Mental Health Resource Center are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Background screening and clearance through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for all positions: