Mental Health Coordinator - Full-Time Day
Company: Wellpath
Location: Newport News
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
Here at Wellpath, everything that we do is about taking care of
people - our patients, our staff and our partners. We are committed
to making a difference by providing hope and healing to vulnerable
patients in challenging clinical environments. Our talented,
compassionate team thrives in an autonomous environment, is
empowered and supported by education, training and the resources to
practice healthcare the way it is meant to be and strives to
"Always Do The Right Thing!"
Overview
Our Mental Health Coordinator provides clinical and administration
supervision and direction to mental health staff and oversight of
mental services within the facility. Provides mental health
services to patients in the facility as well as provide mental
health consultation to the facility personnel.
Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree in psychology, social work or behavioral science
field
Experience:
Need experience in the coordination and administration of mental
health service delivery systems
Need coursework and professional experience that indicates
knowledge of management/supervision techniques, mental health
counseling, group and individual psychotherapy, diagnosis and
treatment of major mental disorders and/or psychological evaluation
techniques
Licenses/Certifications:
Licensed to practice psychology, social work, or counseling in the
State by the appropriate state licensing board
Current CPR Certification
Any other Certifications (such as First Aid) required
Responsibilities
Responsible to plan, supervise, coordinate and manage the clinical
services provided by mental health staff at the institutional level
as designated by the Regional MH Director or the VP of Behavioral
Services. In facilities with a Clinical Supervisor, clinical
supervision will be under the direction of that position
Responsible to assign specific duties and clinical responsibilities
to mental health staff in accordance with their position
descriptions, education and professional experience and to notify
Regional MH Director, VP of Behavioral Services and H.S.A. of
staff's inability to perform such duties and responsibilities in a
competent, ethical and professional manner
Represent interests of mental health services with the
institution's administrative staff under the direction of Regional
MH Director or VP of Behavioral Services and to facilitate
cooperation in the delivery of mental health services
Maintain the confidentiality of patient information in accordance
with The Company policy, the facility policy, the standards of the
American Psychological Association or National Association of
Social Workers, the National Commission on Correctional Health Care
(NCCHC) and the American Correctional Association (ACA) if the last
two accrediting body standards are applicable to the site
Allocate staff resources in mental health services to insure that
institutional needs for clinical and consultative services are met
in a timely, professional manner
Supervise and monitor mental health services' staff to ensure
compliance with the health care policies and procedures, the
policies and regulations of the facility; the
responsibilities/duties of their specific position descriptions and
the employee policies and procedures of the facility
Provide staff disciplinary counseling and performance evaluations
including applicable documentation in a timely, professional manner
under the direction of the H.S.A.
Provide in-service opportunities to mental health services staff to
ensure compliance with The Company in-service requirements.
Maintain documentation regarding material provided and staff
attendance
Provide documentation of clinical services to the Regional MH
Director or VP of Behavioral Services as requested
Assist the Regional MH Director or VP of Behavioral Services and
H.S.A. in the development/refinement of policies and procedures to
ensure that these meet not only recognized standards, but also the
institution's General Orders
Supervise clerical support staff to ensure patients' clinical
documentation and department files are maintained appropriately
Aid the H.S.A in staff selection and recruitment
Responsible for coordinating with the H.S.A. the ordering of
supplies for mental health services staff at the institution and
ensuring the inventory is at an appropriate level
Provide direct clinical services duties as outlined in a
professional relevant position description, depending on education,
as needed to meet institutional mental health requirements
Depending on contract requirements, development of a system that
provides an on-call mental health consultation services for
institution staff who are dealing with patients who require
assistance with immediate crisis intervention. Responsible for
providing clinical consultation to staff, providing crisis
intervention and for informing the Regional MH Director or VP of
Behavioral Services of serious incidents involving crisis
intervention
On-site coordination of psychiatric services by provision of
administrative support and patient monitoring
Notify the Regional MH Director or VP of Behavioral Services and
H.S.A. in a timely manner the clinical or administrative concerns
which may have a significant impact on an individual patient or on
the mental health services program
Keep compliance with employee standards of the facility: this
includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance of a working
environment and personal appearance consistent with professional
responsibilities, development of harmonious working relationships,
and timely notification of supervisory personnel of absences from
institution
Responsible to assure provision of clinical evaluations as
requested by the facility administrative staff, Parole Board, or
other appropriate agencies. Evaluations are to be completed in a
timely, professional manner and include the administration and
interpretation of psychological assessment techniques when
appropriate and within the scope of staff member's education and
professional experience
Responsible for the provision of documentation as requested, to
include Quality Improvement information, to the Regional or Home
Office in a timely manner.
Responsible for the development and implementation of corrective
steps necessary to ensure the provision of the quality mental
health care
May be required to arrange and/or participate in a system of
24-hour crisis intervention services. Immediately notify the The
Company Supervisor of any instances of suicide attempts, completed
suicides, use of therapeutic restraints, or use of forced
medications. Review any inadequacies with crisis intervention
services and implement corrective steps as needed.
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety
of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow
standardized procedures that may call for deviations.
Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of
instructions and apply knowledge to different factual
situations.
Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.
Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous
basis.
Post orders, if applicable, per site contract.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Wellpath is an EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer
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