Emergency Mental Health Educator/Psych Screener - Trenton - Full-time - Day

Capital Health (US)

36d•$60,882 - $79,560•Onsite

About The Position

Provides education and de-escalation training related to the mental health population in the community, to law enforcement agencies and various departments throughout Capital Health. Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling.
License eligible, LCSW or LPC preferred.
Three years experience in a screening center or other acute mental health program.
Drivers License
Demonstrated understanding of adult learning styles and instructional methods.
Outstanding verbal and written communications skills.
Strong presentation, facilitation and group process skills.
Demonstrated ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and presentation software.
Organizational Skills.
Permanent NJ State Mental Health Screening Certification obtained within one year of hire.
Hand with Care

Nice To Haves

LCSW or LPC preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides in house training and provides courses throughout the year for all staff from various departments focusing on de-escalation.
Works with nursing and support staff on the medical units to manage the psychiatric behavioral component of medical patients in a timely and appropriate manner through education, contracting and a plan of care.
Routinely rounds on medical units, works with nurse managers and staff to provide useful de-escalation skills and training, as well as, providing much needed staff support and education.
Provides presentations to both, mental health and non-mental health community providers regarding mental illness and promoting wellness and how to access Screening Center Services in accordance with the State of New Jersey Screening Law as it relates to Screening Center.
Provides education to local law enforcement agencies about Screening Center Mobile Outreach Services throughout Mercer County in accordance with the State of New Jersey Screening Law as it relates to Screening Center.
Coordinates efforts with Mercer County Prosecutors office and local law enforcement as the point person at Capital Health utilizing the curriculum mandated by the Attorney General in conjunction with the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services for the development of education for officers dealing with people with disabilities, most notably mental health issues.
Develops an orientation and training manual for Screeners and assists in orientation of all screeners to ensure continuity in the care being provided to this population.
Develops and updates policies and procedures.
Develops post regulatory inspections and any action plans/remediation plans when warranted. Co-chairs unit based practice council meeting and develops solutions to unfolding issues.
Performs the duties of a Screener when necessary.
Participates in administrative on-call rotation, for the Screening Center, when necessary.
Assists in the collection of outcome data.
Maintains timely, accurate, legible and clear chart documentation according to agency requirements.
Maintains record keeping requirements and assists with chart reviews for Q/A purposes as requested.
Works with data resources and health information products to drive productivity and quality improvement.
Follows universal precautions according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.
Understands and appropriately acts upon assigned role in Emergency Code System.
Understands and performs assigned role in agency’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent and/or as assigned by Department Coordinator and/or Director of Behavioral Health Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.