Behavioral Health Specialist

1 week ago

Baltimore, Maryland, United States Medstar Full time


General Summary of Position Provides assessment, evaluation, and disposition services for patients presenting to the Emergency Department with psychiatric concerns or illness.

Processes admissions to inpatient psychiatric units. \r \r M inimum Qualifications Education Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work Required or related field.

Required \r Experience 1-2 years Experience in the assessment and disposition of behavioral health disorders Preferred \r Licenses and Certifications LCSW-C (Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical), Ph.

D., or LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor), LGPC (Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor), LMSW (Licensed Master Social Work) or LCSW (Licensed Certified Social Worker) in the State of Maryland.

\r Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to provide therapeutic interventions, assessment, evaluation, and disposition. Well-established ability to make independent clinical decisions. Organizational skills. Interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication. Basic computer skills preferred. \r \r Primary Duties and Responsibilities Completes documentation relevant to activities. Complies with and ensures adherence to documentation standards. Complies with data collection, entry, and reporting requirements.

Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards.

Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations. Coordinates admission to programs and services within Behavioral Health Services and associated programs. Provides and coordinates referrals to internal or external resources as appropriate. Ensures accurate documentation to clinically substantiate the recommended level of care. Coordinates insurance authorization for higher levels of care. Ensures accuracy of legal paperwork. Works directly and effectively with the inpatient units at MFMSC, MHH, MUMH, MGSH to coordinate admissions. Effectively communicates with other area hospitals and outpatient resources to effectively coordinate recommended level of care.

Serves as liaison between MFSMC, MHH, MGSH, MUMH Inpatient Psychiatric Units and outside agencies and referral sources to coordinate/facilitate admissions to the inpatient units.

Process referral information for review by inpatient unit/providers. Communicates effectively with referral sources, inpatient unit staff and admissions department to coordinate transfer/admission. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Function as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team. Participates in the management of aggressive patients as needed to ensure the safety of patient, self, and others. Recognizes early warning signs of escalating behaviors and intervenes as appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned. Provides clinical assessment, evaluation, and disposition of persons presenting with behavioral health concerns or illness. Effectively assess, engage and disposition patients with a wide variety of diagnoses and needs. Communicates effectively with treating physicians, nurses and community-based resources to ensure appropriate care. Provides timely and comprehensive documentation and ongoing assessments while patients are in the Emergency Department. Provides support to Emergency Department staff for behavioral health issues. Provides comprehensive crisis assessments. Provides education to patients and families about inpatient and outpatient processes and resources.

Collects information from family/other involved parties/referral sources regarding current presentation and past clinical history to integrate into an appropriate recommendation for necessary level of care.

Serves as liaison to referral sources, outside agencies, third-party payors, and other interested parties as appropriate and within limits of confidentiality.

\r \r \r Why MedStar Health? At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other.

We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered.

We live up to this promise through:
\r \r Strong emphasis on teamwork- our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark. \r Comprehensive total rewards package- including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more. \r More career opportunities closer to home- as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations. \r \r \r \r About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people. \r

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