Crisis Evaluator - FT

AllHealth Network•Littleton, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At AllHealth Network, compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence come together to support individuals during moments of acute behavioral health crisis. Our Crisis Response Team serves individuals whose lives are disrupted by mental illness, substance use, or behavioral disturbances, with a focus on safety, stabilization, and recovery. As a Crisis Evaluator, you will provide comprehensive crisis assessments, clinical recommendations, and care coordination to ensure individuals are connected to the safest and least restrictive level of care. This role is ideal for a clinician who thrives in fast-paced, high-acuity environments and is committed to trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field. Licensure required.
Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical behavioral health setting
Demonstrate a high level of skill in assessment, evaluation and therapeutic engagement of diverse clients; use of evidence-based counseling models and techniques that match presenting problems; good diagnostic skills and treatment/care planning; and the ability to work with clinical documentation and electronic health records (EHR).
Knowledge of DSM V and working principles of recovery and trauma-informed care in treatment planning and in direct care. Experience working with individuals and families who experience various behavioral health problems.
Ability to operate PC-based software programs including proficiency in Word, Excel and other computer based systems.
Possess advanced written and oral communication, decision making and problem solving skills, and efficient time management. Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and as part of a team; collaborating with other internal and external teams.
Must possess own transportation, have a good driving record, a valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance.
Extensive knowledge of the DSM V and criteria application to individuals during initial assessment.
Ability to conceptualize a case to develop an individualized treatment plan for each client.
Basic understanding of different levels of care and medical necessity for each to ensure appropriate services for individuals based on presenting need
Demonstrated competence in evaluation and intervention in crisis situations

Nice To Haves

LMFT, LPC or LCSW Licensure preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments in the facility for clients experiencing a crisis and develop comprehensive treatment plans based on client need
Make clinically appropriate dispositions to the safest, least restrictive environment
Provide mental health crisis evaluation and safety planning for clients experiencing a crisis. Evaluations may take place at AllHealth Network locations
Conduct clinical and behavioral assessments, medical screenings, and evaluations for clients experiencing crisis, and develop clinical recommendations based on the client’s presentation.
Make clinically appropriate referrals to the safest, least restrictive environment, to include safety planning when indicated.
Complete crisis interventions with approved documentation coding.
Complete screening and assessments for voluntary and mental health and substance use emergency holds; when necessary, initiate 27-65 mental health holds for clients requiring involuntary commitment.
Obtain collateral information to ensure that crisis interventions consider the context of the client’s overall presentation
Navigate the treatment needs of the client and make referrals to internal and external resources as appropriate, to include outpatient and inpatient services as well as shelters and other community resources.
Perform professional interpretation and analysis of clinical data and assessments to formulate treatment recommendations and diagnosis, while involving social and professional supports in all aspects of client care, as appropriate.
Communicate professionally and effectively with client’s funding source regarding clinical recommendations and requests for authorization for levels of care requiring pre-authorization.
Coordinate ongoing services with AllHealth Network and/or community agencies as appropriate.
Review documentation for referrals to AHN higher level of care units and determine clinical appropriateness for admission.
Work with the Crisis Response Team and other treatment teams to track bed availability and admissions.
Meet Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) requirements for assessment domains within an intake assessment.
Conduct follow-up calls for clients who successfully discharge from the Crisis Response Team per Signal requirements
Conduct brief telephonic risk assessments, crisis counseling, and safety planning for clients who have been referred to the crisis response team
Utilize approved behavioral management techniques to support client’s safety on the Acute Care Campus
Provide after-hours clinical support to AHN higher level of care units as needed.