Poarch Band of Creek Indians is Hiring a Behavioral Health Integration Specialist Near Atmore, AL
Job Announcement: HR2024:62 Position Title: Behavioral Health Integration SpecialistAdvertising: Publicly Department: Health Division: Health & Human Services Immediate Supervisor: Manager-Behavioral Health Department Director: Director-Health Employment Status: Exempt Position Type: Regular Full–Time Mandatory Reporter: Yes Background Check Required: Yes (child-sensitive) ** Opening Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Closing Date: Open Until FilledPreference shall be given in accordance with the Title 33 (Tribal Employment Rights) of the Tribal Code/DFWP. Overall Objectives of PositionThe Behavioral Health Integration Specialist is a core member of a collaborative care team that will provide a wide range of services to eligible Primary Care patients (individuals, couples, families, and groups) to help them overcome a range of psychological and emotional issues. They carry the clinical responsibility as the official liaison between Primary Care and applicable PCI Behavioral Health programs as well as outside behavioral health programs for the Indian population served. This job description is not an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of this position and are expected to perform all duties and responsibilities necessary to meet the goals and objectives of applicable programs. The Behavioral Health Integration Specialist is expected to live the Purpose and Values of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and will go beyond the call of duty to protect the health and welfare of the Tribal community it serves. Primary Responsibilities Of The Behavioral Health Integration Specialist
Provides assessments, crisis management, and trauma informed care services to Primary Care patients and their families on an individual or group basis, in coordination with the medical provider
Provides direct screenings for common mental health and substance abuse disorders. Facilitate patient engagement and follow up care
Provides coordinated care with the patient’s medical provider and when appropriate other mental health providers and actively participates in planning, organizing, and accessing existing departmental services and addresses any barriers to care
Interprets patients resources and case management needs, treatment record and coordinates between providers, nurses and behavioral health to determine interventions to address in gap in care
Assists medical and nursing staff as needed with coordination of care and disposition of patients from Primary Care to patients requiring placement or transfer to mental health/ substance abuse facilities
Provides patient education about common mental health and substance abuse disorders and the available treatment options
Systematically tracks treatment response and monitor patients for change in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications
Facilitates treatment plan changes for patients who are not improving as expected in consultation with the medical provider and the psychiatric consultant and who may need more intensive or specialized mental health care
Routinely provides patient education regarding the connections between mental and emotional issues and the possible physical manifestations
Supports psychotropic medication management as prescribed by medical providers focusing on treatment adherence, monitoring side effects and effectiveness of treatment
Completes all Documentation (notes, billing, calls, etc.) in Electronic Health Record in a timely manner
Attends conferences and meetings relating to up to date practices in Behavioral Health
Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate person
Day-to-day Responsibilities
Maintains and promotes positive and constructive communications and activities within Primary Care, nursing services, other departments, tribal, and community agencies for purposes of coordinating and understanding of program goals
Attends meetings, planning sessions, committees, and serves on teams to promote quality and performance improvement
Works toward goals and future objectives of Behavioral Health (GPRA)
Maintains large caseloads and assesses mental health emergencies as they arise
Documents electronic assessment and treatment utilizing Electronic Health Record and other pertinent software
Education/License/Certification and Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required
Minimum of five (5) years of employment experience in a counseling role within a behavioral health setting required
Must maintain current professional licensure in Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain licensure within ninety (90) days of official date of hire in this position
Must possess certification of “Mandatory Reporter Training” or obtain certification during the first week of employment
Skills Required
Absolute confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and the Privacy Act
Must have a working knowledge of computers and the ability to work in a Windows environment with various software programs such as Microsoft Office software and etc
Excellent time and resource management skills
Ability to work in a high-performance, fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Must be able to work in a team environment and independently
Must possess character that earns the confidence of the patients and community and minimizes public criticism and complaints
Must be people oriented and relate well to people from diverse backgrounds
Additional Requirements
Ability to work odd and irregular hours, as needed
Must successfully pass the required criminal and character background check
Ability to travel and participate in required training, leadership development, and other events
Ability to adequately and successfully perform all duties and responsibilities of this position
Every applicant must complete an application provided by Human Resources. A resume will not be accepted in the place of an application.
Please note ALL individuals selected for employment are required to complete a background investigation. Individuals being placed in positions designed as child-sensitive or data-sensitive must successfully complete a background check prior to employment
INDIAN PREFERENCE, SPOUSAL PREFERENCE, OR FIRST GENERATION: In the event more than one applicant meets the requirements, as stated in a job description, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Tribal Member (2) First Generation Descendant of a Tribal Member (3) Spouse of Tribal Member (4) Indian (5) Non-Indian In the event that a position of employment is funded in whole or in part my any federal grant and/or contract or other public funding, preference shall be given in the following order: (1) Indian (2) Non-Indian In order to receive preference, the appropriate documentation must be submitted. Powered by JazzHR Rr5lLO1XJp