Psychiatric Crisis Specialist II
On-site · Florida, United States
Job Summary
Assess and identify Behavioral Health patients’ needs within the Emergency Departments and Hospitals, performing comprehensive mental status, psychosocial, risk and chemical use assessments; provide crisis intervention using patient-centered, evidence-based practices; participate in supervision and clinical instruction of staff and interns; ensure professional documentation and charge capture; inform differential diagnoses and coordinate with medical teams; navigate insurance verification and pre-certification processes; provide psychoeducation to patients’ families and caregivers; develop individualized care plans with patient/family input and cultural considerations; advocate for patients and manage disposition planning (e.g., inpatient placement or community resources); contribute to shift handoffs and staff orientation; complete all patient-care documentation; support a collaborative Behavioral Health Intake team.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s of Art (MA) or Master’s of Science (MS) in a healthcare profession or MEd
- Current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with no history of substantiated ethics or patient abuse reports
- Two years of post-Master's experience
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