Mental Health Associate

Job Title: MH Associate - PH/Hopewell/ACRM Reports To: Unit Director Trainings: Annual, CPI, QRPT, Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED Career Development: MHA ? Program Manager ? Therapist?Non LIP?Therapist LIP Position Summary: The Mental Health Associate assists in the collection of data and the completion of a Master Treatment Plan for all assigned clients. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the collection of data for each assigned client.
• Participates with team members and clients/families in the completion of a Master Treatment Plan for each client within established time frames.
• Participates with team members in the updating of Master Treatment Plans within established time frames or as indicated by client needs.
• Effectively facilitates psycho educational groups as evidenced by:

Preparation. Consumer satisfaction. Supervisory evaluation.

• Participates with team members in the completion of a Discharge Summary within established time frames.
• Documents all client interactions, including sessions with clients, families, significant others, etc., within established time frames.
• Completes Progress Notes accurately, addressing treatment goals, major treatment issues, and changes in mental health status.
• Writes in a professional and competent manner.
• Develops an adequate professional working relationship with all referral sources and relevant community agencies.
• Assists with case management and interagency coordination of services for clients. Makes appropriate recommendations for referrals.
• Accurately and promptly completes all reports, documentation and records.
• Works well with staff and supervisors.
• Seeks supervision in a professional manner and documents supervision.
• Demonstrates a willingness to serve on professional committees, attend staff meetings, attend in-services, etc.
• Maintains valid NJ driver's license.
• Effectively facilitates social and recreational activities.
• Assists in the interviewing process for job applicants.
• When appropriate, acts as an advocate on behalf of the client for all services that are not provided directly
• Provides outreach to re-engage clients or link to other services which will meet their needs
• Provides transportation for clients to and from program related activities in a safe and effective manner, as needed.
• Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery
• Productivity goals shall meet % as designated by department

Minimal Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in behavioral health field CADC or currently tracking Experience: One (1) year experience with population, or appropriate 1 year internship Equipment Use: Computer, copier, facsimile, motor vehicle The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

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