UnityPoint Health
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
The specialist collaborates with individuals in crisis to develop and implement stabilization plans to manage crisis impact upon returning home. Responsibilities also include managing the admission process, assessing immediate needs, and providing skill development interventions while documenting observable behaviors.
A Bachelor's degree in social work, nursing, psychology, or a related human service field is preferred, though a High School diploma or Associate's degree will be considered. Candidates must possess two years of relatable work experience in mental health or human service positions and hold a valid Iowa Driver's License.
Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff. Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity. Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals. Collaborate with the individual in crisis to develop and implement a crisis stabilization plan. This plan will assist the individual developing and implementing strategies which will help them to manage the impact of the crisis as they return home. Create a supportive environment that includes admission process to the program, assessing status and immediate needs in collaboration with the mental health team. Skill development interventions with the individual and documenting observable behaviors and symptoms. Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.
Education Bachelor’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology or other human services related is preferred. Highschool diploma or 2- year Associates degree will be considered. Qualifications/Experience Two years of relatable work experience in mental health and other human service-related positions. Iowa Driver’s License required.
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