Psychiatric Assessment Specialist

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Friend Health Full time

Job Title: Psychiatric Assessment Specialist

Job Summary:

Friend Health is seeking a skilled Psychiatric Assessment Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for conducting psychiatric assessments on clients who require crisis evaluations to determine the appropriate level of care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct psychiatric assessments on clients who require crisis evaluations
  • Determine the appropriate level of care for clients
  • Provide referrals for clients who are determined not needing hospitalization
  • Complete required documentation
  • Ensure that 100% of calls for evaluation are responded to onsite within 90 minutes
  • Document evaluations prior to departure from the ED 100% of the time
  • Determine the most appropriate level of care and refer to linkage and outreach services
  • Ensure firm linkage of the individual with the authorization level of care
  • Document evaluation, recommendations, and disposition outcome for the individual
  • Complete a psychological assessment, including Mental Health Exam, past and present psychiatric history, family history, substance abuse history, and suicide risk assessment
  • Counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting clients
  • Refer patients, clients, or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary
  • Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Counseling/Social Work/Psychology or an appropriate human service field
  • Minimum of three years' experience in psychiatric emergency room or crisis intervention and multi-disciplinary setting
  • Solid understanding of the DSM IV TR criteria for diagnosing Mental Health/Substance Abuse patients and the Illinois Mental Health Code
  • Knowledge of Community Mental Health, Rule 132, and the Department of Mental Health
  • Ability to formulate the 5 Axis diagnoses and formulate the initial treatment plan
  • Ability to ascertain client's presentation of illness, evaluate patient's functional level prior to admission, and determine client's level of risk
  • Knowledge of and proficiency in computer programs, i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe, etc.
  • High degree of skill in problem solving and working effectively with people
  • Detail oriented and flexible
  • Ability to communicate effectively and serve as a liaison to primary referral sources, families, team members, school districts, community agencies, and signatory partners
  • Good communication skills and team relations to provide accurate handoffs in acute situations


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