LPHA -Crisis Center

COLLIN COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH RETARDATION CENTER•McKinney, TX

2d•$36 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

The LPHA provides crisis assessment, intervention, resolution, stabilization, follow-up, and relapse-prevention services to individuals with chronic mental illness at the Crisis Center in Collin County. The role also provides case management, skills training, medication training and support, and psychosocial rehabilitation using trauma-informed, person-driven care. Services are intended to reduce inpatient and law-enforcement interventions and help individuals succeed in their homes and communities. The LPHA maintains a regular caseload and may cover team members’ caseloads when staffing is short or a team member is on leave. The role completes uniform assessments and person-centered recovery plans, coordinates and monitors services, advocates for individuals, and connects them with medical, social, vocational, financial, educational, and other individualized supports. Services are delivered according to each person’s level of care and approved curriculum, and documentation must be accurate, collaborative, and finalized within two business days of service delivery. The position works under the supervision of the Program Administrator for Crisis Center and follows applicable federal, state, and local guidelines for EOU and CRU. The LPHA contributes to team problem-solving, supports and teaches colleagues, communicates operational concerns, and uses and maintains company-provided equipment and vehicles in accordance with LifePath Systems policies. The position is based at 2295 Bloomdale Road in McKinney, Texas, and the listed schedule is Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a human services field.
Independent, valid Texas license as an LPC, LMFT, LCSW, or licensed Psychologist, as required for LPHA credentialing.
Knowledge of community resources, case management principles and methods, and program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of person-driven care, cultural competencies, least restrictive environment principles, and hospital alternatives.
Knowledge and experience providing rehabilitative services to individuals with mental illness.
Ability to write detailed yet concise progress notes for services provided.
Ability to assess individuals’ needs, coordinate services, communicate effectively, and train others.
Knowledge of the social services system and ability to connect individuals with requested and necessary services.
Ability to supervise others and communicate effectively and professionally with team members.
Ability to think clearly and logically when handling potentially dangerous or emotional situations.

Nice To Haves

English/Spanish bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Perform face-to-face crisis assessments, crisis intervention, crisis follow-up, crisis resolution, stabilization, and relapse-prevention services at the Crisis Center.
Provide direct services to individuals on the caseload, including case management, psychosocial rehabilitation, skills training, medication training and support, and services authorized by level of care.
Complete uniform assessments and collaboratively develop person-centered recovery plans with personalized goals and objectives.
Link individuals to medical, social, vocational, financial, educational, and other necessary services; coordinate and monitor supports and advocate on individuals’ behalf.
Provide services using trauma-informed, person-driven care practices and approved curricula, based on individualized needs and level of care.
Complete clear and accurate progress notes and other chart documentation collaboratively with the individual, and obtain final approval within two business days of service delivery.
Maintain a regular caseload and cover team members’ caseloads when needed due to staffing shortages or leave.
Provide crisis services and problem-solving assistance to staff and individuals in the behavioral health program.
Communicate provider operations, performance issues, problems, and other necessary information to the Program Administrator for Crisis Center.
Collaborate positively with team members, share clinical expertise and techniques, teach colleagues, and set a professional example for team members, interns, and students.
Use company-provided cell phone, tablet, vehicle, and other materials appropriately and in accordance with LifePath Systems policies and procedures.
Submit vehicle mileage sheets monthly, report concerns promptly, and maintain the physical and electrical condition of the company vehicle and other provided items.