Behavioral Health Specialist

Freeman Health System • Joplin, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Case Management team initiates discharge planning with every patient upon admission and provides assistance with aftercare, medical equipment, care coordination, and other discharge needs. Case managers are assigned to individual units but also may follow patients with specific discharge needs to provide targeted, patient-centered care. The Case Management team collaborates with physicians, nurses, ancillary staff, patients, and families to coordinate excellent care. Case Managers are critical members of the multidisciplinary team and maintain consistent communication with care providers. The Case Management team strives to achieve timely discharge of patients with all needed aftercare arranged.

Requirements

• Licensed Social Worker, Therapist or Social Services Provider (BSW) OR four year degree in a related field.
• LBSW or MSW
• Four year degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health/safety risk assessments in the Emergency Department and coordinate aftercare.
• Ensure safety of patients by assigning risk level.
• Assist providers, police officers, and outside entities by ensuring validity of involuntary hold paperwork and filing involuntary holds with the appropriate counties.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Extended Sick pay
• Disability pay
• Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level