Assessment Specialist- Pediatric Emergency Department- Nightshift

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs behavioral health diagnostic and psychosocial assessments utilizing the DSM, implements group, family and individual psychotherapeutic interventions including crisis intervention, develops treatment plans and disposition plans. Maintains contact with family and community agencies and makes referrals. Actively collaborates with team to meet patient care management and system improvement goals. Represents the behavioral health enterprise on institutional and community committees/task forces.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Serivces Provider Temporary License (LPC - MHSP TEMP) - State of Tennessee
LIC-Licensed Master of Social Work - Tennessee
Relevant Work Experience
1 year
Master's

Nice To Haves

Patient Documentation (Intermediate)
Patient Assessment (Intermediate)
Patient Diagnosis (Intermediate)
Clinical Counseling (Intermediate)
Crisis Intervention (Intermediate)
Risk Management (Intermediate)
Peer Leadership (Novice)

Responsibilities

Provides initial assessment and develops plan of care according to TN Department of Mental Health, The Joint Commission, IPFQR, HBIPS, and CMS Best Practice Guidelines and within the scope of their license by the Tennessee Health Related Boards.
Provides targeted evidence based interventions into clinical practice with patients.
Facilitates transitions to appropriate levels of care via in person, telephone or telehealth contact.
Maintains professional documentation which meets department and VUMC standards as it relates to compliance.
Acts as clinical liaison with patient, family, treatment team and community.
Maintains confidentiality and privilege in accordance with TN state codes and statutes.
Upholds ethical standards in accordance with relevant professional association’s code of ethics.
Contributes to the organization by actively participating in process improvement initiatives and shared decision making.
Engages in regularly scheduled supervision as required by the Tennessee Health Related Boards.
The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.