Emergency Services Clinician
Emergency Department Re-assessment Clinician
Sign On Bonus: $4,000.00
Pay Rate: $50,000.00 and up (Depending on licensure)
Riverbend Community Mental Health, Inc., one of the largest providers of community-based behavioral health services in New Hampshire, is currently seeking an Emergency Department Re-Assessment Clinician. The clinician will be responsible for provision of services in the emergency department at Concord Hospital relative to the assessment of mental status and disposition, to include execution of legal orders, care coordination, admission and discharge planning.
The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8AM-4PM, however working withing a 24 hour multidisciplinary team requiring some flexibility in hours.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the 24 hour assessments of clients boarding in the Emergency Room.
- Maintain all IEA paperwork and coordinate with court personnel, nursing staff and client for IEA hearings.
- Maintain training and relevant knowledge of RSAs, He-Ms, and legislative changes related to IEAs, OTOs, and CDs in NH.
- Develop and coordinate disposition with Emergency Department medical providers, psychiatry, and patient collateral as appropriate.
- Apply strong clinical judgement in the development of clinical formulations, dispositions, and safety plans.
- Complete clinical documentation in accordance with medical necessity guidelines and agency standards.
- Complete referral packets and send to eligible receiving facilities for inpatient level of care.
- Update tracking boards, communication logs, record assessments in Cerner and Riverbend Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Participate in team and agency meetings, trainings, and supervision as assigned.
- Demonstrate and employ flexibility, critical thinking, and promote client centered care.
- Ability to work flexible hours to ensure the provision of crisis interventions and documentation.
- Attain and maintain credentials at Concord Hospital.
- Attend trainings, meetings and supervision as assigned.
Requirements:
- Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field required.
- Eligibility for NH License as LCMHC, LICSW or LMFT required
- Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance or access to a reasonable alternative required.
- Minimum of two years' work experience in a mental health treatment environment preferred.
- Experience working with adults and/or a forensic population preferred.
- Willingness to pursue credentialing at Concord Hospital is required.
- Travel to client homes, community locations, state agencies, or other locations necessitated by job duties is required.
About Riverbend
Founded in 1963, Riverbend Community Mental Health is a private, nonprofit organization providing specialized behavioral health services in central New Hampshire. Core services include 24/7 emergency mobile crisis services; counseling services for children, adults, and families; addiction recovery; and community support, vocational services, and residential programs for adults and seniors. Evidence-based models of treatment guide all our work, and we strongly believe in the power of self-directed growth and recovery.
About working at Riverbend
This position offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Tax-free flexible spending accounts for daycare and/or medical expenses
- Clinical supervision and CE training to support licensure
- 4 weeks of earned time off accrued in year 1, higher accruals in future years
- 8 holidays per year
Extra shifts may be available at certain times, and are paid at an additional rate.
You’ll be joining a team of focused, hard-working, creative people who are passionate about delivering high quality behavioral health services, developing innovative responses to meet critical needs, and doing work that is both challenging and rewarding. Riverbend is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a safe, inclusive working environment for people of all backgrounds.
COVID-19 Considerations
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the world, it is our responsibility as healthcare providers to help keep our staff, clients and communities safe. At Riverbend, we have implemented processes and precautions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as a mandatory vaccination policy. Exceptions can be applied for under medical or religious reasons.
About Concord New Hampshire
Concord New Hampshire is ranked one of the nation’s top micropolitan (population under 50,000) communities, year after year. Our excellent schools and colleges produce a well-educated workforce, and we are proud to be home to one of the finest health care networks north of Boston (about 1.5 hours south). In addition to our vibrant downtown, business community, and wealth of cultural offerings, the Concord area is the perfect place to raise a family, grow a business, or explore New England’s rich history, culture, and natural wonders.