Clinician I

Clinician I - EBP

Stafford Plaza

Full-Time: 40 hours

Monday-Thursday; 7:30am-5:30pm; Friday; 8:00am-12:00pm 

- Tuscaloosa, AL -

Competencies:

·         In-depth knowledge of medications:  medical – purpose for usage, administration details, possible complications, side effects, interactions; psychotropic – purpose for usage, administration details, possible complications, side effects and interactions.

·         In-depth knowledge of physiological responses to medical illnesses and treatment and psychiatric illnesses and treatment.

·         Excellent ability to work within the agency to effectively serve the needs of the consumers.

·         Ability to formulate and implement a holistic treatment plan from information obtained from consumers, their family members (when appropriate) and past and present referral resources.

• Excellent ability to work with other program staff in a cooperative, supportive manner.
• Must be able to successfully meet State training requirements to ensure the delivery of comprehensive, effective, and efficient recovery services to individuals within the agency's target populations

·         Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Must be able to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks.

• Must possess excellent ability to comprehend and maintain program standards.
• Knowledgeable in cultural diversity.
• Competent computer skills.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all assigned duties are implemented according to the Department of Mental Health Standards.
• Assess the client's need for services based on findings from approved Department of Mental Health Assessment, (CANS ASSESSMENT, SUN-R.)
• Provide the appropriate interventions that are defined in client's treatment plan to guide the client through the continuum of care.
• If intervention is not within departmental scope of services ensure that client is linked to the appropriate resource.
• Complete appropriate reviews of clinical documentation at all times; reviews should assess client's response to treatment, the accuracy of previously defined goals, objectives and interventions, and support the need to continue or discontinue any part of the treatment plan.
• Complete documentation within established times per Indian Rivers' policy. Ensure complete and accurate data is maintained in AVATAR, (diagnosis approval, admission flow, open episodes, enrollment)
• Attend and actively participate in treatment team meetings as assigned.
• Ensure safety of consumers, preserving basic human and legal rights.
• Demonstrate appropriate and ethical behavior at all times.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward work and the completion of work assignments.
• Respond to phone calls/communication in a timely manner.
• Provide consultation and education to the general public as needed.
• Provide information about mental health services and substance abuse services to members of the general public, judges, physicians and referral agencies to ensure proper referrals for consumer services.

·         Transport consumers in a company vehicle, ensuring that company vehicle is operated in a safe manner and that appropriate staff are notified if there is an accident or if the vehicle is in need of service.

·         Ensure that agency vehicles have pre-trip inspections, monthly maintenance checks, and provide report documentation to supervisor and Facilities Manager.

·         If a company vehicle is not available utilize personal vehicle to accomplish work related duties.  Indian Rivers will reimburse mileage.

·         Provides outreach community services (may require home visits) as required by supervisor or program standards.

• Provide and/or arrange in-service training programs as needed.
• Meet or exceed productivity requirements of 78 billable hours per month. 
• Participate in the clinical and administrative record review procedures.
• Represent the Organization in an accurate and professional manner.
• Follows IRBH Policy and Procedures.

·         Maintain communication and awareness of current Organization events by reading memos, emails, bulletin boards, and communication logs.

·         Work independently and/or with teams to complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner with minimum supervision.

·         Support Organizational Code of Conduct, Standards Compliance, HIPAA and Security Programs by ensuring job tasks are performed in a legal and ethical manner, assessing the work area for non-compliance and notifying the supervisor, manager, Executive Director or designee as appropriate, and maintaining training requirements and understanding that training is a required condition of employment.

·         Adhere to attendance and punctuality policy by allowing adequate time to arrive, clock-in and assume responsibilities at designated time, adhering to meal and break times and making timely requests for annual leave and reporting the need for sick leave in accordance with policy.

·         Comply with all standards related to safety and health by maintaining current TB Test, CPR/First Aid, CPI, and by reporting infections and on-the-job injuries in accordance with policy. 

·         Identify opportunities for improving the quality of services provided by the department and the organization.

• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor or Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in behavioral sciences.
• Current Alabama driver's license and good driving record as defined by Indian Rivers' policy.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English. 

 Full-Time Employee Benefits:

·         Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance

·         Employees Retirement System of Alabama

·         Prescription Drug Coverage

·         Mileage Reimbursement

·         Paid Time Off

·         Voluntary Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Indian Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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