BHCC Clinician/Discharge Planner (76616)

Position Schedule: 3 - 12 hour shifts 11 am - 11:30 pm   Sunday, Monday & Tuesday or Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Position Summary: 

Under supervision, the Clinician provides crisis assessments, psychosocial evaluations, treatment planning, monitoring, and discharge planning for individuals receiving services in a Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC). The Clinician delivers immediate intervention for clients experiencing acute mental health and/or substance use crises. Responsibilities include conducting crisis assessments, gathering collateral information, engaging in natural support, determining appropriate levels of care, and coordinating services as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Job Responsibilities and Performance Standards:

1. Performs job responsibilities under supervision. 
   • Conducts timely clinical assessments of behavioral health needs for individuals presenting for crisis services.
   • Determines appropriate services and recommends alternate care plans within established time frames.
   • Completes or directs the intake process, ensuring accurate assembly of medical, psychological, and financial information.
   • Utilizes Mindset and CPI de escalation skills to prevent escalation and avoid physical restraint.
   • Prioritizes eligible applicants appropriately and refers ineligible individuals to suitable community resources.
   • Documents are all assessments and clinical activities accurately and within required time frames.

1.  Serves as job expert or organization resource in assigned areas. 
   • Communicates identified treatment goals clearly to clients and their families or supports.
   • Monitors client progress through interviews, team discussions, chart reviews, and other means; conveys relevant updates to authorized family/support members.
   • Writes clear, concise, and accurate progress notes in accordance with policy and documentation standards.

1. Advocates for clients and coordinates needed services.
   • Develops and maintains effective working relationships with community partners.
   • Participates in internal and external meetings, committees, task forces, or review sessions to support communication and service coordination.
   • Represents the organization professionally at community meetings or events.
   • Collaborate with team members on case management, case consultation, and discharge planning.
   • Makes appropriate referrals for support services and ensures follow through as applicable.

1. Conducts client interviews to establish safe discharge plans and ensure continuity of care.

• Meets with clients and families to address concerns and practice skills identified in treatment goals, individually or in groups.
  • Supports treatment and nursing care plans by engaging clients in preparation for discharge.
  • Assists clients in accessing community resources, including legal, medical, financial, and social services.
  • Coordinates transportation for appointments and discharge in a timely manner.
  • Contact clients or guardians to obtain updates on progress and needs.
  • Communicate with internal and external providers to obtain background information and coordinate care according to established guidelines.
  • Collaborates with service agencies to address concerns and recommend treatment plan changes.
  • Provides short term case management and referrals for clients experiencing emergency situations.

1. Maintains professional knowledge and competency.
   • Attend seminars, workshops, and professional meetings as available.
   • Participate in required in service training and continuing education activities.
   • Stays current with trends and developments in behavioral health by reviewing relevant literature and professional materials.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Clinician 2: Master’s degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND associate licensure in the state of Georgia.
• Clinician 3: Master’s degree in a related area from an accredited college or university AND full clinical licensure in the state of Georgia.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of full time (or equivalent part time) work experience in community behavioral health service delivery.
• Knowledge of substances use disorder treatment models.
• Knowledge of severe and persistent mental illness and their treatment models
• Strong communication skills including recovery language

Salary : $70,000 - $80,000