Our client, seeking a Contract Mental Health Specialist
Type: 13 weeks Contract
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Summary :
In the delivery of treatment and support services, the Mental Health Specialist provides clinical supervision in assessment and treatment planning, and provides support and back-up to the Team Leader
To provide service coordination (case management for an assigned group of participants) including the coordination and monitoring of the activities of the individual treatment team
Services include home-based visitations and other services within the Philadelphia community
pproximately 75% of work is performed in the community.
To provide individual supportive therapy (e.g., problem solving, role-playing, modeling and support), social skill development, and assertiveness training to increase participants' social and interpersonal activities in community settings.
To provide services in compliance with contract and Agency regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Provide service coordination (case management for an assigned group of participants) including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual treatment team; assume responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the participant and the ITT; provide individual supportive therapy, psychotherapy, and symptom management, ensuring immediate changes are made in the treatment plans as participants' needs change; educate and support participants' families, and advocate for participants' rights and preferences.
Perform shift management in coordination with other ACT shift managers according to established policies and procedures.
Submit accurate and timely documentation and related information in accordance to TCMU/CBH/HH standards
Document all contacts, movement, growth, transfers and overall progression through the system, in accordance with funding source regulations.
Consistently meet daily productivity standards as required by the funder and department.
Conduct comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history (e.g. onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment, social development and functioning; activities of daily living (e.g., self-care, living situation, nutrition, money management); and family structure and relationships.
Provide individual supportive therapy (e.g., problem solving, role-playing, modeling and support), social skill development, and assertiveness training to increase participants' social and interpersonal activities in community settings.
Participate in the resolution of crisis situations; assist with identifying key individuals and resources that can provide direct support and/or immediate intervention during a crisis situation. In conjunction with other staff members, provides on-call crisis intervention covering nighttime and weekend hours.
ssist clients in the housing process, including procurement of necessary documentation, completion of housing applications, preparation for move-in, and support after move-in.
Provide ongoing assessment of participants' mental symptoms and participants' response to treatment. Make appropriate changes in treatment plans to ensure immediate and appropriate interventions are provided in response to changes in mental status or behavior that put participants at risk
(e.g., suicidality).
Coordinate with external inpatient/outpatient services to establish linkage to physical and behavioral health treatment, self-help programs (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous), and residential facilities.
Qualifications:
Masters degree in Social Sciences, Healthcare or related field and Post-secondary school education and training is required, including internships and other supervised practical experiences in a clinical or rehabilitation setting with persons with severe and persistent mental illness.
Must be able to communicate both verbally and in written form with every level of the behavioral health system and maintain effective professional relationships with associates in the Agency/community at large.
Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses and respect for participant rights and personal preference in treatment are essential.
bility to work independently and as part of focused team.
Working knowledge of Outlook, MS Word and Excel.
bility to maintain daily productivity standards.
Fee-for-service and electronic health record experience strongly preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Scope:
Frequent talking and listening.
Requires the ability to lift 25 pounds, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with participants.
Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Must be available for local travel and possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Must carry a mobile phone during scheduled working hours and scheduled on-call services.
s essential personnel, may be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.
Requires crisis intervention and availability to respond in emergency situations.
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