Job Title: On Call Mental Hygiene Evaluator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Program Supervisor
Department: Clinical
Preparation Date: August 2022
CENTERS MISSION AND VISION:
The mission of Prestera Center is a united effort dedicated to helping people achieve their full potential and to be the preferred choice for behavioral health services.
JOB SUMMARY
The On Call Mental Hygiene Evaluator assists individuals and their family/legal guardians when a crisis arises. Collaborates and engages with community resources to prevent the need for involuntary commitment when inpatient services are needed. Provides education & resources to families/legal guardians to promote resilience and recovery for individuals in crisis. Conducts mental hygiene evaluations to determine if a respondent meets the criteria for involuntary hospitalization.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Engages and communicates effectively with consumers and families, physicians, health care providers, internal and external team members.
- Provides face to face and phone crisis support to individuals who call the crisis line or walk in seeking crisis services when crisis workers are unavailable.
- Responds timely to all incoming calls after normal business hours, including but not limited to hospitals, commissioners, petitioners, crisis units, etc.
- Presents to the area of assessment or is available online within an hour of being called for an evaluation unless approved by supervisor.
- Works as a team with crisis worker when a mental hygiene has been initiated and until its completion. This could include but isnt limited to: Reviewing medical and Prestera records, talking to medical staff and respondent/petitioner/family, completing mental hygiene evaluation, and testifying in court proceedings.
- Provides on call crisis coverage at least two days per month.
- Provides case consultation to staff as requested.
- Completes all needed documentation as well as ensuring the petition, certification, and medical records are provided to the parties involved.
- Completes crisis safety plans with consumers when indicated by assessment.
- Refers consumers and families to additional services based on individual consumer need.
- Utilizes technology to the fullest degree possible to expedite crisis service processes for the consumer and other collaborating partners.
- Attends all departmental and center meetings/trainings as assigned.
- Adheres to confidentiality, HIPAA, and risk management policies and procedures including but not limited to completing Incident Reports.
- All other duties assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No direct supervisory responsibilities are required.
QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience with court system preferred.
- Experience or passion to work with crisis services.
- Possesses a valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of community resources preferred.
- Ability to learn, navigate, and work in the EHR system effectively.
- Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in conjunction with strong time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to take initiative, complete tasks with workflows and be creative in day-to-day interactions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Word.
- Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be an MD, Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LPC or ARNP with psychiatric certification or PA with psychiatric certification.
- Must be able to secure court approval to conduct mental hygiene evaluations once hired.
- Must attain and maintain certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid during employment.
DISCLAIMER
This job position performs other assignments and other duties and may change as deemed necessary by Prestera Center. I have read this job description and fully understand the requirement set forth therein. I hereby accept the position and agree to perform the identified essential functions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
It is the policy of Prestera Center to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion,
transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.
Skills Required
- Must be an MD, Licensed Psychologist, LICSW, LPC, ARNP with psychiatric certification, or PA with psychiatric certification
- Must be able to secure court approval to conduct mental hygiene evaluations once hired
- Must attain and maintain certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid during employment
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to learn, navigate, and work in the EHR system effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Word
- High level interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
- Strong written and verbal communication, time management, and organizational skills
- Ability to lift up to 10 lbs
- Experience with court system
- Experience or passion to work with crisis services
- Knowledge of community resources
What We Do
Prestera Health Services is the largest nonprofit behavioral health organization in West Virginia, devoted to serving communities by inspiring hope and growth to achieve wellness. The organization provides a comprehensive continuum of care, including mental health, substance use, primary care, and crisis services across multiple counties in the state, specializing in behavioral health and addiction recovery services.
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