Qualified Professional, Crisis

Monarch•Lumberton, NC

About The Position

Make a Difference in Someone’s Life! At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. You Belong at Monarch You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders. Job Highlights: A Qualified Professional (10A NCAC 27G .0104) must have one of the following: Bachelor degree (non Human Services) with 4 years Full time OR 8 years Part time applicable experience required Bachelor degree (Human Services) with 2 years Full time OR 4 years Part time applicable experience required Master degree (Human Services) with 1 year Full time OR 2 years Part time applicable experience required This Opportunity: The primary responsibilities of the Qualified Professional for Crisis include providing clinically based supervision and guidance to both staff and the individuals they support to enhance the quality of life through services that enable individuals to achieve their personal dreams and goals.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor Degree (dependent upon experience) (Required)
Qualified Professional (QP) - Monarch-DSM
Experience working with adults with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder | 1-4 years (Dependent Upon Education - see Job Description) | Required
Experience working with adults with substance use disorder(s) | 1 Year | Required

Responsibilities

Provide initial and ongoing assessment, evaluate effectiveness of PCP and progress made by person receiving services, participate in team meetings/case reviews with other providers and natural supports as needed and give input into person-centered plan modifications.
Identify opportunities for community connections and development/enhancement of natural support networks for people served. Work with service staff to educate people served on these options and access opportunities.
Use a range of communication skills and strategies to establish a mutual relationship with the individual, staff, co-workers, supervisors, other stakeholders and people who are important to the individuals receiving services.
Coordinate disciplinary actions with Regional Director or Clinical Director to ensure superior service for the individuals being supported.
Ensure requests for services are made considering eligibility, continued stay and discharge criteria for the service definition. Services and supports that match the person-centered plan and the individual’s needs shall be in place and be fiscally viable.
Conduct clinical authorization and billing systems that ensure all aspects including, but not limited to: timeframes, audits, following through on clinically related issues preventing authorization approval or billing, how to resolve issues locally/regionally, conducting reviews of clinical documentation to ensure that it meets the requirements for the service being provided.
Prepare and submit required or requested reports, documents, assessments, evaluations and paperwork. Review and sign off on clinical documentation as required. Designated to release confidential information within assigned department(s).
Identify methods whereby services can be provided utilizing existing community resources whenever possible. Continuously use person-centered approaches and positive approach strategies when interacting with consumers. Integrate strategies into program plans.
Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements.
Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures including preventative and crisis services. Schedule and participate in on-call coverage.
Work with supervisor on the continual assessment and enhancement of services provided throughout the agency.
Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas.
Follow service definition guidelines for services being provided.
Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Driving and travel may be required.