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Mental Health Engagement Specialist

4 months ago


Spokane, United States Frontier Behavioral Health Full time
Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us

Adult Outpatient Services (AOS)

Our Adult Outpatient Services uses a person-centered model of care to assist individuals 18 or older who are experiencing mental health issues. We strive to pair each individual's treatment objectives with evidence-based clinical practices in a practical fashion. A high priority is placed on developing therapeutic relationships that promote resiliency and recovery.

Services include:
  • Individual Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Psychoeducational Classes
  • Special population consultations and evaluations
  • Case Management
  • Psychiatric medication management
  • Peer Support Specialists

The Mental Health Engagement Specialist (MHES) provides assistance and support to clients by working collaboratively with Mental Health Care Providers and Mental Health Clinicians. MHES maintain a reduced caseload of approximately 30 clients and provide behavioral health services within their professional scope. MHES additionally provide backup and response services for unplanned client needs as well as management of incoming clients and their scheduled program orientations. Assistance and support include but is not limited to engagement, supportive listening, psychoeducation, skill building, crisis assessment, prevention and intervention, resource education and referral and short term follow up with individuals of all ages in office or community-based settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:

1. Provide episodic, trauma-informed, person-centered counseling utilizing evidence-based practices within scope of practice.

2. Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with; clinical, administrative and support staff, community partners, clients, and family/natural supports.

3. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

4. Be the primary care team member for clients who are in the process of enrollment or who currently enrolled and receiving ongoing services.

5. Facilitate and co-facilitate client treatment and orientation groups

6. Provide services and support to clients prior to their first outpatient appointment

7. Conduct risk assessments, develop and implement safety plans, and provide crisis intervention and stabilization services as needed, including facilitating access to inpatient facilities for behavioral health care.

8. Assist clients with developing and implementing safety plans and facilitating access to inpatient facilities for behavioral health care.

9. Complete and review suicide and homicide risk assessments and when risk is indicated, review with a supervisor to determine the level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others and implement safety plans and interventions.

10. Provide care coordination services to clients including:
  • Identify and include the client's support network in care coordination.
  • Assist clients in identifying and accessing resources.
  • Assist clients in the development of healthy coping mechanisms in individual or group settings.
  • Provide employment and housing assistance as appropriate and necessary.
  • Offer education on mental disorders and support with symptom management coordinate and collaborate with community resources on behalf of clients.

11. Comply with all state WAC requirements and FBH policies and procedures.

12. Perform FBH charting requirements, correspondence, HRIS, and other paperwork in a complete and timely manner.

13. Participate in required staff meetings, including regular supervision and weekly clinical staff meetings.

14. Operate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

15. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:
  • Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Must submit for Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED:
  • One year of experience working with people with a psychiatric impairment.
  • Experience with crisis intervention.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of Washington Administrative Codes and statutes pertaining to the treatment and delivery of mental health services.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to send and receive oral and written messages, in a clear, positive, prompt, and appropriate manner, while maintaining customer confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply active listening techniques conveying respect, professionalism, engagement skills, positive attitude, and empathy.
  • Must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active driver's license and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.

PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position provides client services in-office and within the community at large on a occasional to frequent basis. Community settings include but are not limited to residences, group/congregate living settings, hospitals, shelters, the streets or anywhere in the community at large.
  • Some environments may not be ideal in terms of cleanliness or being habitable.
  • Occasional frequent travel between locations is required.
  • The ability to drive a vehicle, traverse distances up to several city blocks and on various terrains, navigate stairs, get in and out of vehicles frequently is required.
  • Daily use of a computer is required.
  • May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
  • Blood-borne Pathogen Category III - No predictable exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): $25.14-$28.29*

*All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay for this position is $25.14 per hour.

This position is eligible for quarterly productivity incentives.

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

* At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee's contribution to our mission.

* Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.

* At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

*Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing
  • BENEFITS
  • PERKS

Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.