DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Psychiatric ED Screener is a mental health worker whose primary function is to triage, assess and provide disposition for patients that arrive in the ED seeking a mental health crisis intervention voluntarily, or via sec 12 A. The Psychiatric ED Screener works in concert with the ED medical staff, external agencies, psychiatry residents and attending on-call psychiatrists as well as inpatient psychiatry and inpatient substance use (McGee Unit) staff, security, and local/regional law enforcement personnel. The Psychiatric ED Screener will be knowledgeable about utilizing the DSM-5 in order to appropriately diagnose mental illnesses.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

(Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

One year of experience administering crisis assessments in BH care or similar setting.

Education and Training:

Master's Degree in social work, counseling or psychology required

License, Certification & Registration:

LSWMH - Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Clinician required (LICSW represents a higher level of clinical authority and will be acceptable). Hospital approved de-escalation training - Crisis intervention (MOAB) training required within 1 month of hire. Independent licensure as an LICSW or LMHC preferred.

Other Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Proven ability in developing biopsychosocial case formulations is required. Experience in dealing with MCO's and their role in the admission process is required. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality patient care and effectively utilize clinical supervision is required. Must be a good role model for patients. Qualified candidates must demonstrate evidence of clinical and personal growth. Ability to work from a remote unsupervised location.