LifeStream is a behavioral health and social services organization that provides high-quality treatment, education, care management, rehabilitation, primary care and homeless services to children, adolescents, and adults. Located in Central Florida, LifeStream primarily serves the residents of Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties, with additional programs located in Orange, Marion, and Hernando Counties.

BA EMERGENCY EVALUATOR - (SHIFT 3)

Then this could be your next Career Opportunity

Do you have excellent people skills, the ability to collaborate with individuals from multiple disciplines?

Are you able to make our customers (internal and external) job 1 showing respect and courteous behavior at all times?

Do you thrive in a high stress environment?

The Emergency Evaluation (BA) provides assessments and intervention services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises and/or seeking substance abuse detoxification services. Documents all contacts and evaluations using established methods and protocol in a timely, legible manner and in accordance with Center policy and procedures. Assists individuals to obtain services not provided by the Access Center by linking to other programs within LifeStream or referring to professionals outside LifeStream’s array of services when necessary.

Knowledge and Job Skills:

• Working knowledge of all laws and dynamics pertaining to the voluntary and involuntary treatment of individuals deemed to be in danger of harming themselves or others by virtue of their behavior, mental illness or drug and/or alcohol use/abuse as specified in the Baker and Marchman Acts.
• Excellent interviewing and crisis intervention skills are essential to this position. Good communication skills are vital. Computer knowledge is vital to the satisfactory performance of this position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in #psychology, #counseling, #social work, #human services, or related field
• A minimum of 2 years behavioral healthcare experience required
• Level II Background Clearance

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:

• Completes all requirements according to Individual Training Plan within the first six months of hire and annually.
• Other training and/or professional development may be assigned due to evolution of programs.

LOOK AT THESE GREAT BENEFITS

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Pension Plan
• 403(b)
• PTO over 4 weeks your 1st year!
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Shift and Weekend Differentials
• And More!

Quick Apply or through LifeStream's Website:

https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6030993.careers?CareersSearch

LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

POSITION CONTENT: This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, and/or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.