Psychiatric Case Manager (NY HELPS) - FT - Day Shift
$65,728–$89,066 year
On-siteBuffalo, New York, United States
Buffalo, New York, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$65,728–$89,066 yearLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Conduct behavioral health assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide direct counseling, crisis intervention, and therapy services to inpatient and outpatient patients. Perform psychosocial histories, collect data from staff and families, and modify treatment plans as needed. Coordinate discharge planning, refer clients to community resources, and participate in team-based quality assurance and peer reviews. Support patient families and assist in staff orientation and in-service training under clinical supervision.
Required Qualifications
- Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a Master's Degree considered substantially equivalent to Social Work or Counseling as determined by the New York State Education Department
- Possession of a license and current registration as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment
- Possession of a Limited Permit to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and licensure and registration within one (1) year of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment
- Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Mental Health Counselor as issued by the New York State Education Department at the time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment
- Possession of a Limited Permit to practice as a Mental Health Counselor as issued by the New York State Education Department at the time of licensure and registration with two (2) years of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment
- Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from an ECMCC approved provider within sixty (60) days of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment
- Completion of New York State Office of Mental Health-Bureau of Education and Workforce Development (BEWD) certified safety program within three (3) months of appointment and participation in annual re-training
- Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of behavioral health treatment and of the special factors affecting disease and disability
- Good knowledge of psychiatric concepts and treatment techniques
- Good knowledge of community resources for individuals with challenging mental health behaviors
- Working knowledge of interviewing, assessment and counseling techniques for individuals with challenging mental health behaviors
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to develop effective treatment plans
- Ability to effectively manage crisis situations
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to interpret Federal, State and local laws affecting medical and health programs as they relate to the field of mental health
- Ability to organize work effectively
- Ability to work well as a member of a team
- Ability to prepare reports
- Initiative
- Dependability
- Sound professional judgment
- Tact
- Capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Refusal to sign the necessary clearance form prior to being advised that they will be hired
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