Triage Therapist

WELLSTONE•Huntsville, AL

13d

About The Position

In our 24/7 WellStone Emergency Services (WES), the Triage therapist is the first to assess the crisis clients and navigate their initial treatment plan. There are three part-time positions available with (1) open position working on Saturdays & Sundays, 8am-4pm, (1) open position working Saturdays & Sundays, 4pm-12pm and (1) open position working Saturdays & Sundays, 12am-8am. This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and is not designed to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities that are required of the employee as they may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a Mental Health discipline
Basic knowledge of working with a broad scope of cliental from varying demographic backgrounds and cultures
Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to acute psychotic clients, as well as, to non-violent crisis intervention practice
Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles
Knowledge of educational methods appropriate to adults with severe and persistent psychiatric disorders

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English/Spanish encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake assessments and crisis screening duties for clients entering the WellStone Emergency Services.
Perform assessments over the phone when needed.
Utilizes assessment data to support a DSM V diagnosis.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation.
Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members in the delivery of clinical services.
Participates in weekend therapist rotation as needed.
Adheres to professional code of ethics.
Effectively demonstrates the application of adult specific competencies.
May be asked to assist with seclusion and restraint per Center’s policy and procedures
Other duties assigned as needed based on staff and facility needs
Seeks clinical supervision and consultation as needed
Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
Documents in a timely fashion per Center policy.
Documents appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments.
Treats clients with care, dignity and compassion.
Respects client’s privacy and confidentiality.
Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities.
Actively participates in Center committees as required.
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Complete other duties as assigned.