Position Highlights:
Position: Mental Health Crisis Case ManagerLocation: Naperville- Medical floors at Edward HospitalPart Time- 2 10 hour shifts/week; every other weekend requiredHours: 8:00am-6:30pm
A Brief Overview:
Assesses the clinical needs of customers seeking behavioral health services and provides treatment referrals which are consistent with the customer's medical and psychiatric status/symptoms at Edward Hospital and Elmhurst Hospital. Assists in coordination of discharge planning services to patients who need ongoing behavioral health care following discharge. In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, assesses behavioral health needs of the patient and offers suggestions regarding follow-up care options. Prepares and updates medical records including nature of discharge needs, resources available, patient and family response to recommendations and the final discharge plans arranged. Coordinates with or directs patients to designated community agencies or resources, as necessary. Mentors new BH Crisis Case Manager to the department. Leads departmental work groups in performance improvement activities or care conferences and huddles.
What you will do:
Educates new employees in the department to clinical skills related to assessment, documentation and understanding processes and legalities of the department.Supports organization’s philosophy goals, marketing efforts as well as the safety and security of programs.Follows up on documentation with local and state agencies as a mandated reporter per HIPAA guidelines.Consistently demonstrates a positive attitude and approach in all working relationships with patients, families, physicians, internal departments, referral sources and co-workers.Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all internal and external customers.Supportive in the work environment, looking for solutions rather than focusing on problems.Demonstrates conduct in keeping with the Healthy Driven standards.Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals, and other literature and by attending related seminars, conference and the like.
What you will need:
Masters Degree in behavioral health filed2 Years of previous assessment experience And2 Years of experience in crisis/emergency services, behavioral health settingA high level of communication skills is required in order interact effectively with others in very difficult situationsKnowledge of DSM5 (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) diagnostic criteria, ICD10 and interqual/MCG standardsKnowledge of patient rights and law pertaining to mental healthLicensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Profession Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) licensureCurrent State of Illinois driver’s license required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an alternate location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested. RequiredBenefits:Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, and Vision options,Tuition ReimbursementFree Parking at designated locationsWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement Opportunities