JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview The Behavioral Health Assessment Specialist\'s\' role is to assess Behavioral Health patients within the Emergency Department and/or Hospital setting. Under the supervision of the Psychiatry Medical Director or designee, the clinical Behavioral Health Assessment Specialist performs comprehensive mental health assessments pursuant to established and approved protocols requiring the exercise of independent clinical judgment and responsibility. They are to perform a structured face-to face Behavioral Health assessment that determines the needs of the individual patient. They serve as an integral partner in assessing the needs of the BH patient and effectively coordinate the care with the other partners involved in the patients\' care. This is accomplished specifically through the following duties and responsibilities and other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs a structured Behavioral Health Assessment or evaluation for admission, gathering information i.e. Suicide risk, Alcohol and other drug history, mental health history and any other relevant items to determine appropriate level of care and disposition. Utilizes the information found in the thorough assessment to determine recommendations for an appropriate care level. Communicates and interfaces consistently with the Emergency or medical floor staff and the attending physician, to determine the appropriate dispositional planning of the patient. Consults with Behavioral Health Physician or BH staff to determine the level of acuity and treatment indicated for the patient. Coordinates care and navigates the dispositional planning either with Mercyhealth programs or makes appropriate referrals to other entities/programs or community agents associated with the patient. Follows the patient and assists with the process until there is a successful acceptance of the patient for appropriate level of services within Mercyhealth, or the community. Communicates the plan for disposition and/or interfaces with affected family members that are present with the Behavioral Health patient. Documents thoroughly in the electronic medical record the Assessment and the rationale for the dispositional plan of care. Serves as a liaison, consultant and educator when possible to staff within the system, to enhance the assessment skills of other staff members regarding the Behavioral Health patient. Additionally, may be called upon to speak in public, conduct in-service training or assist in the orientation of new hires. Maintains excellent knowledge of community resources for behavioral health patients. Is consistently looking for new resources within communities for appropriate dispositional planning. Work location: would report to the emergency Department as the primary work... For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/6F123DCC4D1D4387