JPS Health Network · 13 hours ago
Clinical BH Assessor
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expJPS Health Network is a significant healthcare system in North Texas, committed to providing high-quality clinical care. The Clinical Behavioral Health Assessor is responsible for delivering mental health services, conducting assessments, and coordinating care for behavioral health patients in both the Psychiatric Emergency Center and Medical Emergency Room.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Provides 24/7 coverage in the Psychiatric Emergency Center as well as in the Medical Emergency Room environment. Covers day shift and night shift on both weekdays and weekends
Diagnoses and provides recommendations in levels of care for the treatment of mental disorders and/or substance abuse disorder
Provides quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental health and substance abuse conditions
Conducts intake assessments, triage, referrals, case management and crisis intervention
In the Medical Emergency Room, completes brief assessments of patients and assists with referrals/appointments for behavioral health outpatient aftercare
Documents treatment goals and plans in the electronic medical record of which includes all assessments and all relevant clinical documentation
Assists the treatment team in recognizing, treating and managing mental health and psychosocial issues
Utilizes behavioral health expertise to promote change and improve behavioral and physical health conditions
Provides care-management skills and knowledge of local resources for outside referrals
Advises the care team about which clients are better served at in a different setting as well as and which should be referred to other mental health facilities or specialties
Develops relapse prevention plans and helps clients maintain stable functioning, when necessary
Monitors and coordinates the delivery of health services for clients related to behavioral health, including linking with other treatment providers within and outside the primary care setting
Assists in process for any recommendations that require authorizations prior to arranging treatment
Provides clients with self-management skills and educational information, so that, they can be a full participant in their own treatment and recovery
Coordinates incoming and outgoing transfers and demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA laws when processing patient transfers
May assist with coordinating filings for court-ordered mental health services
Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work
2 plus years of work experience conducting diagnosis of severe mental illness and/or substance abuse disorders in a healthcare, therapeutic, physician, and/or other clinical practice setting
Must have a current licensure in one of the following: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners or the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
Certification in Non-Aggressive Crisis Management; must be obtained while in orientation and maintained throughout employment
Preferred
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Company
JPS Health Network
The Tarrant County Hospital District, known as JPS Health Network, is a nationally recognized system anchored by John Peter Smith Hospital, a 582-bed facility in Fort Worth.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stanley C. Adams, MBA
Interim CFO
Colin Werenka
Senior Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer
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