Mental Health Associate
About The Position
The Mental Health Associate (MHA) provides direct behavioral health services under the direct supervision of an Approved Behavioral Health Practitioner, following Kentucky Medicaid and Department for Behavioral Health (DBHDID) guidelines. The MHA designation is a temporary professional designation granted by the Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) for up to three years while the individual actively pursues a master’s degree in a Human Services field. In certain circumstances, Comprehend may request a one-time, one-year extension if the degree has not yet been completed. The MHA assists with individual, group, and family services; screenings and assessments; treatment planning; care coordination; client follow-up; and compliant documentation in the CareLogic electronic health record. MHAs participate in staff meetings, training, and clinical supervision, and must uphold confidentiality and ethical standards consistent with HIPAA and Comprehend policy. All MHA/Clinicians must complete a full assessment each year for every client to whom they provide services. The role requires on-call availability, including evenings and weekends, with QMHP backup. Some travel between Comprehend sites may be required. The position is located at the Main Office in Maysville, Kentucky, and offers a listed salary of $39,000 per year.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in a Human Services field, such as Psychology, Counseling, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field.
- Must be actively enrolled and progressing toward a master’s degree in a Human Services field.
- Must obtain Mental Health Associate (MHA) designation through the Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) before providing services.
- Must work under the direct supervision of an Approved Behavioral Health Practitioner.
- MHAs may not provide services to individuals with intellectual disabilities unless there is an established mental health diagnosis.
- Must maintain an active MHA approval letter in the employee personnel file.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be available for on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal records check and urine drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with behavioral health needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide behavioral health services consistent with supervision and scope of practice outlined by DMS.
- Assist with delivery of individual, group, and family services under supervision.
- Conduct screenings and assessments and document services according to agency policy and Medicaid regulations.
- Support treatment planning, care coordination, and client follow-up as directed by a licensed practitioner.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the CareLogic electronic health record.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and clinical supervision sessions.
- Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards consistent with HIPAA and Comprehend policy.
- Complete a full assessment yearly for each client to whom services are provided.
- Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or licensed clinician.
- Participate in on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends, with QMHP backup.
- Travel between Comprehend sites when required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
