Crisis Bed Therapist and Clinical Coordinator

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Full Time First/Mid Managers Lewes, DE, US

Salary Range: $65,497.00 To $98,245.00 Annually

Summary/objective

Under the supervision of the Crisis Program Senior Manager, the Crisis Bed Clinical Coordinator is responsible for clinical supervision of the Crisis Bed Program. This position will provide individual, group, and family therapy for youth admitted to the Crisis Bed Program with a wide variety of psychological and emotional problems (ie. aggressive and defiant behavior due to problems with emotion regulation, suicidal/homicidal ideation, plans, or attempts, family conflicts, etc.)

to ensure the safety and wellbeing of clients in a Crisis Bed setting. The incumbent is responsible for clinical consultation to Mental Health Technicians, Crisis Bed Shift Supervisors, and Crisis Bed Program Supervisor. They are dedicated and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and therapeutic client care. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for documentation of clinical and case management services provided from intake through discharge.

Essential functions:

Clinical Role in Crisis Bed Setting:

• Responsible for the clinical oversite, supervision, and consultation of the Crisis Bed Program
• Collaborate closely with Crisis Bed Supervisor to ensure highest clinical standards are maintained
• Conduct psychosocial assessments to document client history and identify preliminary issues for treatment focus by interviewing the client and their family members.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy in addition to crisis intervention using various treatment modalities
• Develop and coordinate an individualized discharge plan for the client by utilizing the treatment team, determine aftercare needs, identify and assess family and community resources, and provide referrals as needed
• Conduct risk assessments to determine appropriate level of care
• Apply knowledge related to developmental factors, family, and community systems to participate in the development and implementation of a person-centered treatment plan
• Deliver solution-focused and trauma-informed clinical interventions to maintain safety, build skills, and address problem solving, communication, and relationship conflicts
• Use critical thinking and risk management skills when connecting with clients in Crisis Bed
• Understand warning signs and risk factors associated with suicide risk and risk of harm to others
• Maintain professional, trauma-informed, and empathetic interactions during interactions with children, families, and stakeholders
• Develop comprehensive skills providing support for children and youth in Crisis Bed

Functional Role in Crisis Bed Setting:

• Provides clinical leadership, coaching, and clinical supervision for Crisis Bed staff.
• Responsible for clinical development/training and assists Program Supervisor with scheduling, hiring, training, and performance management as needed
• Responsible for implementing and monitoring the Clinical needs of Crisis Bed program including identifying areas for training and growth
• Work respectfully and cooperatively together as a unified team member in a professional manner with other Crisis Bed staff, families, and community members
• Assume responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others
• Ensures Incident Reports are initiated, completed, reviewed and submitted according to policy

Case Management:

• Provides clinical review of electronic documentation to ensure high quality clinical records
• Communicate with appropriate stakeholders to maintain a systems-based approach
• Collaborates with school staff regarding educational needs for clients while they are in the Crisis Bed
• Communicate with and provide appropriate documentation to the DPBHS team for utilization review
• In partnership with the Crisis Program Senior Manager and Crisis Bed Program Supervisor, develop and maintain programmatic needs, data collection, and outcome studies

General Responsibilities:

• Uphold professional standards of treatment and the mission of the organization
• Maintain a quality code of conduct, ethics and professionalism
• Provide goal-directed and team-oriented services
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all stakeholders
• Assure compliance with all policies and procedures and licensing regulations
• Must…