Mental Health Specialist (PLMHP or LIMHP) - Inpatient

Children's Nebraska • Omaha, NE

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our
people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and
professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where
team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth
abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard
Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in
providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve.

Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity
employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview
Provides professional mental health services for patients and families in
assigned areas of the hospital/clinics, and on an as needed basis in other areas
of the hospital/clinics. Enhances the psychosocial functioning of
patients/families and evaluates mental health status, develops treatment plans,
and provides group, family, and individual therapy while under provisional
supervision. Develops and maintains a positive and long-term credible
relationship with patients, physicians, mental health providers, and nursing
staff to ensure a team-based approach and effective continuum of care for the
patient.

Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, counseling or related mental health field Required
• 1-3 years experience of providing supervised mental health services in a health care or mental health facility Preferred and
• Behavioral Health services with children, adolescents, and families Preferred
• Requires knowledge of human behavior, social problems, counseling modalities, and community resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form, relaying case information to patients/families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, attorneys and law enforcement as needed.
• Provisional Mental Health Practitioner Upon Hire Required or
• Mental Health Practitioner Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and
• Safety-Care Specialist within 60 Days Required
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record/driving record in some areas Required

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years experience of providing supervised mental health services in a health care or mental health facility
• Behavioral Health services with children, adolescents, and families

Responsibilities

• Under Provisional Supervision, conducts psychological diagnostic clinical interviews (DCI):
• Under Provisional Supervision, provides crisis/supportive counseling and coaching to patients/families
• Provides referrals for patient and family care navigation in team work with BSW support team.
• While under supervision, provides assessment and coordination of child abuse/neglect cases.
• Provides pre and de-escalation skills to parents and families.
• Follows clinic policies and procedures for these needs.
• Covers for colleagues in their absence, and arranges for coverage of responsibilities when absent.
• Attend regular supervision pursuant to NDHHS regulatory standards.
• Provide community education on selected mental health topics.
• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level