Crisis Mental Health Professional --- Posting 22-072
Company: Lifeline Connections
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Agency Background: Lifeline Connections is a
not-for-profit agency that is recognized as a leading behavioral
health treatment provider in Washington State, offering a full
continuum of care for individuals who have a behavioral health
condition. Lifeline Connections' patients receive an unprecedented
level of care by highly skilled professionals who know how to help
people find and sustain long-term recovery. For over sixty years
Lifeline Connections has provided hope, help and healing to
thousands of individuals in Washington State and within the
Portland, Oregon metro area. Crisis Mental Health Professional ---
Posting 22-072 MAJOR DUTIES: The Crisis MHP works under the
supervision of the Program Director. This position provides
behavioral health services to individuals at the Crisis
Stabilization and Triage Center. This position provides clinical
services to agency patients. The Crisis MHP will be responsible for
providing specialized crisis intervention and short-term
intervention services to adults and older adults experiencing an
acute behavioral health crisis, with the goal of crisis
stabilization within the least restrictive setting. In fulfilling
these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties
independently: Review Washington Administrative Codes (WACs) and
Revised Codes (RCWs) and Federal regulations pertaining to
behavioral health treatment to ensure compliance with these
regulations in all therapeutic services. Provides a welcoming
environment for new participants. Provides basic recovery support
services and documents services provided using recovery focused
language. Ensures completion of designated mental health assessment
for all participants Determines a provisional diagnosis, obtains
documentation of medical necessity, and submits authorizations for
service. Complete reauthorizations, as needed. Develops an
individualized service plan and recovery solution in partnership
with participant and peer specialist. Acts as an advocate for the
needs and rights of every person. Will work as part of a treatment
team. Conducts groups, as designated by the program---s schedule.
Assists in completing admission to the Center including:
Orientation to the program, including an introduction to staff,
tour of the facility, individual rights and grievances, program
schedule, and community agreements. Assisting participants with
shower and clean up using proper infection control procedures.
Reviewing and storing personal property. Partners with each
participant to maintain a recovery environment by performing tasks
including, but not limited to: Room Checks. Removes any hazardous
objects and records findings as designated. Helps participants
manage any risky behavior and completes required documentation.
Implements contraband policy. Maintain complete and up to date
clinical files that document all services and contacts provided
consistent with the requirements of WAC 246-341. Assures incident
reports are initiated and completed according to agency policy.
Supports and implements agency policies and procedures. Ability to
maintain a positive, solution-focused demeanor when responding to
conflicts or problems. Participate in verbal de-escalation and
interventions in emergent situations and be willing to assist other
team members as needed to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Networks within the community to identify outside agencies and
services available to help individuals meet their needs. Support
and implement agency policies and procedures. Other duties as
assigned. Requirements: A master---s degree or further advanced
degree in counseling or one of the social sciences from an
accredited college or university required. Meet the requirements of
a mental health professional as defined in WAC 246-341. Current CPR
and First Aid and Food Handlers permit, or ability to obtain one
within 90 days. Be willing to seek to understand each
individual---s unique circumstances and personal preferences and
goals and incorporate them into the crisis response to help
individuals regain a sense of control. Understand and support the
Living Room Model of service delivery-specifically that MHPs are
not the primary support in the CSC. Have a strong understanding of
recovery and resilience, the value of partnerships and individual
choice, and the balance between protection from harm and personal
dignity. Interest or experience in working with individuals who are
difficult to engage and maintain in traditional behavioral health
programs. Subscribe to the philosophy of cooperation and continuity
across programs and of consideration and respect for individuals.
Ability to work effectively with individuals displaying a wide
range of unpleasant and/or bizarre behaviors. Demonstrated
knowledge regarding the management of challenging behaviors. Valid
Washington State Driver---s License required including vehicle and
appropriate vehicle. Great attendance. Familiarity with Washington
State regulations related to the provision of behavioral health
services (RCW 71.05). This position requires shift work and
requires the ability to work within a flexible schedule including
weekends and evenings. Salary: DOE Sign on Bonus Schedules
Currently Available: Monday - Friday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sunday -
Tuesday 7:30 pm - 8:00 am Wednesday - Friday 7:30 pm - 8:00 am On
Call Application Process: Submit a cover letter and resume to Human
Resources. We will only accept resumes with a cover letter
specifying the position title and posting number of the position
you are applying for. For more information on this and other
positions, please visit our website at www.lifelineconnections.org
The Benefits: Lifeline Connections is striving to be your employer
of choice by offering our regular/full time employees a generous
benefits package. The plan covers 85% of medical, dental, and
vision costs at the employee level and 75% for all dependent plans.
The majority of out-of-pocket costs for co-pays, prescriptions, and
deductible under the medical plan are also covered. We also have
employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life
Insurance and supplemental coverages. Our fulltime employees and
some part time employees also qualify for our 401(K) plan that
matches dollar for dollar up to 5%. On top of all that, our
fulltime employees receive approximately 4 weeks of paid time off
during their first year of employment (accrual rates increase with
years of service), as well as 3 personal holidays and 10 paid
holidays per year There are many other supplemental benefits we are
glad to offer such as tuition reimbursement and discounted cellular
service amongst others. Send us your resume and let's talk about
you joining our team
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