D165 - LifeSPRING Assessment Coordinator

River Edge Behavioral Health•Macon, GA

About The Position

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups. LifeSPRING of River Edge is a nationally recognized and evidence-based residential and outpatient treatment program for women seeking recovery from substance use disorder. LifeSPRING welcomes mothers, pregnant women, and women primarily of childbearing age. LifeSPRING aids women in achieving self-sufficiency in a supportive, substance-free setting especially designed to address the unique needs of women. We offer outpatient, intensive outpatient, and residential services to include individual, family, and group sessions as well as community support, vocational services, and parenting skills development. Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am- 5:00pm FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Requirements

Master's degree in social service field (e.g., Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, ) or related field, such as counseling.
Licensed in either - LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW)
At least two (2) years of postmaster's experience providing mental health and substance abuse treatment.
Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.
All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
Provide 2 Professional reference Statements (Former employers only, no family members)
Demonstrate expertise and knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
Exemplify excellent communications skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

Completing biopsychosocial assessments in detail, including addiction and mental health history.
Completing ANSAs and ASAM forms to assist in determining the appropriate level of care and conducting needs assessments.
Providing individual, family, and group counseling to adult clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders in a mental health addiction treatment setting.
Developing SMART goals and individualized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs.
Completing suicide assessments using the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scales.
Developing crisis plans to address potential emergencies and ensure client safety.
Creating authorizations for services as needed.
Orienting residential and outpatient clients to available services and program offerings.
Actively participating in the LSR Treatment Team to collaborate on client care and treatment strategies.
Addressing dysfunctional patterns, negotiating for change, and implementing sanctions as necessary.
Participating in multidisciplinary meetings with DFCS, family members, probation officers, and other professionals to discuss client progress, treatment planning, discharge planning, and reunification plans/progress.
Evaluating client progress regularly to determine ongoing treatment plans and authorization needs.
Utilizing skills learned in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training to deescalate, negotiate, and resolve crises effectively.
Assessing if ancillary services such as detoxification and/or Crisis Stabilization are needed for clients.
Determining progress and conducting ongoing assessments for clients in the Semi-Independent living program and Transitional Housing program.
Managing the client admission waiting list efficiently to ensure timely access to services.
Coordinating professional resources for clients within the program(s), including setting appointments and coordinating with other professionals and referral resources as needed.