Outreach Specialist PASRR

Outreach Specialist, Licensed Psychological Examiner

Job Type: Full‑Time

Location:

Traveler LR Based - Little Rock, AR (Primary)

Education:

Associate Degree

Responsible for conducting comprehensive evaluations, in accordance with federal and state Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) regulations to determine appropriateness of nursing facility placement and identify need for specialized services. Collaborate with medical and other professional staff to accomplish contract goals within designated time frames. Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors:
Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

• Conduct in person Level II PASRR evaluations for individuals being considered for admission to a Medicaid certified Nursing Facility who are suspected of having a serious mental illness, intellectual disability, or related condition. Review medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial history and conduct clinical interviews with individual and/or caregivers.
• Determine mental health diagnoses, treatment needs, and level of care recommendations based on current clinical criteria and CMS PASRR regulations. Evaluate the individual’s ability to benefit from nursing facility services and determine the need for specialized services.
• Complete timely, accurate, thorough documentation of assessment in accordance with federal and state timelines.
• Maintain files for recording and reporting in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare monthly reports and/or statistics as directed.
• Participate in the planning, development, implementation, delivery, and evaluation of multiple program activities.
• Seek direction from management as needed regarding process and clinical decision making.
• Daily quotas may be added to meet contract deliverables as needed.
• Serve as a resource and advisor to health care providers through the state of Arkansas.
• Collaborate with PASRR state program team, facility nursing staff, and other stakeholders to ensure appropriate full compliance, appropriate placements, and continuity of care.
• Attend trainings and participate in quality assurance activities.
• Maintain knowledge of specific projects including contract, contract deliverables, policies, and procedures, etc.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external clients and providers. Perform periodic outreach functions to program participants.
• Adhere to format, content, and style guidelines, giving consideration to usability and ensuring accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Follow AFMC, state and federal protocols regarding data confidentiality/security and HIPAA compliance.
• Additional other duties as assigned.

• Intermediate level computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook).
• Type 50 wpm.
• Exceptional skills in business English and spelling are required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to compile presentations.
• Creativity.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility.
• Medical terminology.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently to achieve stated goals.
• Initiative.
• Ability to relate professionally and positively with staff, business partners, customers, constituents, recipients, and the public.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Professionalism.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge of quality improvement processes and techniques.
• Valid driver’s license and active Auto insurance required.
• Self‑starter with ability to work independently from home office.
• Daily travel required including overnights depending on contract needs.

Mobility, reaching, bending, lifting, grasping, ability to read and write, ability to communicate with personnel, ability to remain calm under stress and ability to travel as needed. Must be able to lift and transport 25 pounds. Must be capable of performing the essential job functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Required:

Diploma or Associate’s degree in nursing and licensed as a…