Job Description

Psych ED Screener - Part Time - Second Shift

About Us:
With its scenic natural beauty, the Berkshires serves as a source of inspiration for many and fosters a unique and vibrant community. Generations of families have come to the Berkshires for a weekend, a week, or a lifetime. Some seek rest and renewal while others seek quality of life and meaning. As the largest employer in Berkshire County, Berkshire Health Systems plays a vital role in the lives of both visitors and residents alike.

At Berkshire Health Systems, we know that overall wellness is the result of healthy families, healthy environments, and healthy communities, not just excellent medical care. Therefore, we support our patients beyond the hospital, clinic, or medical office. We recognize that each of our patients has unique needs and challenges. We strive to make each experience with BHS one that is welcoming, personalized, and convenient for the patient. We make connections and promote community services that give patients the tools to live healthier lives.

Responsibilities and Requirements
Primary Function
-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
-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
-Functions as an integral member of this interdisciplinary team
-Provides emergency suicide risk assessments to potentially volatile patients, collects pertinent collateral information from families and other support networks via in-person or telephone interview and through appropriate review of the EMR
-Knowledgeable about utilizing the DSM-5 in order to appropriately diagnose mental illnesses
-Develop effective, working psychosocial formulations and consult with the ED attending who will then order the safest possible disposition for the patient
-Effectively and efficiently coordinate with the ED  attending to formulate a disposition plan and document it in the medical record
-Coordinate and review case with the on-call psychiatrist or resident
-Assist the Psychiatric Inpatient Unit with insurance authorizations as requested and support Acute Care and McGee in completing Safety Plans for patients at high risk for suicide
-Floating to assist inpatient units during low/ no volume in the Psych ED is expected

Position Qualifications
Experience
-1 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
-LCSW/LICSW/LMHC - LCSW/LICSW/LMHC - Licensed Social Worker or Licensed -Independent Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Clinician required
-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

Benefits
Berkshire Health Systems offers one of the most comprehensive Benefit Plans you can find! This includes but is not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Pension Plan and much more
Berkshire Health Systems supports diversity in our workforce.