Behavioral Health Professional
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Professional supports the Eagle Program, serving patients in the initial stages of psychosis. The role coordinates patient care and transitions by working with patients, families, guardians, multidisciplinary treatment teams, and community agencies. Work may take place in the community, in patients’ homes, and in the office, with flexibility to meet patient needs. The position assists with treatment and discharge planning, community referrals, care coordination, psychoeducational interventions, and required documentation. It serves patients ages 15–30, with experience coordinating with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, writing accommodation letters, and attending IEP meetings preferred. This is a long-term grant-funded position.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with patients, families, agencies, and the health care team.
- Ability to make sound decisions within limited time constraints and carry out responsibilities professionally.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree focused on a related human services field, such as social work or psychology.
- Previous case management experience.
- Experience assisting patients ages 15–30 who are experiencing initial stages of psychosis.
- Experience working with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, writing accommodation letters for children, attending IEP meetings, and collaborating with school personnel.
- Additional departmental certification may be required.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with guardians and community agencies to use resources that meet patient care needs.
- Practice current knowledge and expertise in the specialty area and provide care according to established policies, procedures, and professional standards.
- Assist in developing and implementing discharge and treatment plans.
- Provide information and make referrals to appropriate community agencies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and present cases clearly and clinically in staff meetings.
- Communicate discharge plans with patients, families, and treatment teams to support smooth transitions.
- Discuss and arrange appropriate discharge transportation with clients and/or significant others.
- Assist with completing and transmitting forms related to treatment and placement.
- Maintain familiarity with community resources and placement agencies.
- Complete patient care assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for clients’ cultural, spiritual, and diverse needs, and conduct personal discussions in private areas.
- Facilitate psychoeducational learning interventions.
- Meet documentation timelines and collaborate with community agencies to coordinate care.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on position
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
