BHCC Clinician/Discharge Planner
About The Position
Under supervision, the BHCC Clinician/Discharge Planner provides crisis assessments, psychosocial evaluations, treatment planning, monitoring, and discharge planning for individuals receiving services in a Behavioral Health Crisis Center. The clinician provides immediate intervention for people experiencing acute mental health and/or substance use crises. The role involves gathering collateral information, engaging natural supports, determining appropriate levels of care, and coordinating services as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team. The clinician advocates for clients, monitors their progress, helps them access needed services and community resources, and coordinates safe discharge plans and continuity of care. The position also includes documentation, communication with clients, families, supports, providers, and community partners, as well as participation in training and activities that maintain professional knowledge and competency.
Requirements
- Clinician 2: Master’s degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and associate licensure in the state of Georgia.
- Clinician 3: Master’s degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and full clinical licensure in the state of Georgia.
Nice To Haves
- One year of full-time (or equivalent part-time) work experience in community behavioral health service delivery.
- Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment models.
- Knowledge of severe and persistent mental illness and its treatment models.
- Strong communication skills, including use of recovery language.
Responsibilities
- Conduct timely clinical assessments of behavioral health needs for individuals presenting for crisis services.
- Determine appropriate services and recommend alternate care plans within established time frames.
- Complete or direct the intake process, ensuring accurate assembly of medical, psychological, and financial information.
- Use Mindset and CPI de-escalation skills to prevent escalation and avoid physical restraint.
- Prioritize eligible applicants and refer ineligible individuals to suitable community resources.
- Document assessments and clinical activities accurately and within required time frames.
- Communicate treatment goals clearly to clients and their families or supports.
- Monitor client progress through interviews, team discussions, chart reviews, and other means, and convey relevant updates to authorized family or support members.
- Write clear, concise, and accurate progress notes in accordance with policy and documentation standards.
- Advocate for clients and coordinate needed services.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community partners.
- Participate in internal and external meetings, committees, task forces, and review sessions to support communication and service coordination.
- Represent the organization professionally at community meetings or events.
- Collaborate with team members on case management, case consultation, and discharge planning.
- Make appropriate referrals for support services and ensure follow-through as applicable.
- Conduct client interviews to establish safe discharge plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Meet with clients and families to address concerns and practice skills identified in treatment goals, individually or in groups.
- Support treatment and nursing care plans by engaging clients in preparation for discharge.
- Assist clients in accessing community resources, including legal, medical, financial, and social services.
- Coordinate transportation for appointments and discharge in a timely manner.
- Contact clients or guardians to obtain updates on progress and needs.
- Communicate with internal and external providers to obtain background information and coordinate care according to established guidelines.
- Collaborate with service agencies to address concerns and recommend treatment plan changes.
- Provide short-term case management and referrals for clients experiencing emergency situations.
- Attend seminars, workshops, and professional meetings as available.
- Participate in required in-service training and continuing education activities.
- Stay current with behavioral health trends and developments by reviewing relevant literature and professional materials.
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Job Type
Full-time
