BA Emergency Evaluator POOL - Citrus Access Center - 076

Lifestream Behavioral Center•Beverly Hills, FL

63d

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Emergency Evaluation (BA) primarily provides assessments and intervention services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises and/or seeking substance abuse detoxification services. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES: The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification with or without an accommodation. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Demonstrates a cooperative attitude to problem solving and conflict resolution with all levels of staff and in all interactions with families and outside professionals. Documents all contacts and evaluations using established methods and protocol in a timely, legible manner and in accordance with Center policy and procedures. This position must interact with individuals, courts, agencies, law enforcement and other professionals within the Center and community in order to effectively plan for the treatment of the client. Participate department meetings as required and keep supervisor advised of any problems, concerns or dissatisfactions related to the delivery of emergency services. The position delivers behavioral healthcare services to individuals in crisis to determine the most appropriate level of care required. This position performs initial and preliminary assessment of individuals entering LifeStream Behavioral Center's continuum of services. Provides face to face assessments to individuals deemed by themselves or others to be in crisis and needing immediate behavioral health treatment. Provides crisis intervention by telephone as needed and responds to calls for information and assistance. Assists individuals to obtain services not provided by the Access Center by linking to other programs within LifeStream or referring to professionals outside LifeStream's array of services when necessary. The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance. The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers. Willingness to abide by the company's published rules and regulations

Requirements

Knowledgeable of the dynamics of individuals with psychiatric disorders and their treatment.
Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in the treatment of psychiatric patients.
Must have a working knowledge of all laws pertaining to the voluntary and involuntary treatment of individuals deemed to be in danger of harming themselves or others by virtue of their behavior, mental illness or drug and/or alcohol use/abuse as specified in the Baker and Marchman Acts.
Excellent interviewing and crisis intervention skills are essential to this position.
Good communication skills are vital.
Computer knowledge is vital to the satisfactory performance of this position.
Requires excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with individuals from multiple disciplines.
Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and others in the community in such a manner, which is conducive to the well being of individuals and insures proper maintenance of continuity of care and confidentiality.
Displays at all times courteous and respectful behavior towards individuals, families, law enforcement and other professionals.
Ability to withstand high levels of stress.
Ability to work at a fast pace under high degree of pressure from time and space constraints.
Comfortable working with individuals who can become verbally and physically aggressive individuals.
Must be able to utilize critical and analytical thinking
Bachelor's degree in human services or related field required
A minimum of 2-year behavioral healthcare experience required
Completes all requirements according to Individual Training Plan within the first six months of hire and annually.
Other training and/or professional development may be assigned due to evolution of programs.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a cooperative attitude to problem solving and conflict resolution with all levels of staff and in all interactions with families and outside professionals.
Documents all contacts and evaluations using established methods and protocol in a timely, legible manner and in accordance with Center policy and procedures.
This position must interact with individuals, courts, agencies, law enforcement and other professionals within the Center and community in order to effectively plan for the treatment of the client.
Participate department meetings as required and keep supervisor advised of any problems, concerns or dissatisfactions related to the delivery of emergency services.
The position delivers behavioral healthcare services to individuals in crisis to determine the most appropriate level of care required.
This position performs initial and preliminary assessment of individuals entering LifeStream Behavioral Center's continuum of services.
Provides face to face assessments to individuals deemed by themselves or others to be in crisis and needing immediate behavioral health treatment.
Provides crisis intervention by telephone as needed and responds to calls for information and assistance.
Assists individuals to obtain services not provided by the Access Center by linking to other programs within LifeStream or referring to professionals outside LifeStream's array of services when necessary.
The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.
The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers.
Willingness to abide by the company's published rules and regulations