Emergency Mental Health Educator/Psych Screener - Trenton - Full-time - Day

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

Provides education and de-escalation training related to the mental health population in the community, to law enforcement agencies and various departments throughout Capital Health.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling. License eligible, LCSW or LPC preferred.

Experience:

Three years experience in a screening center or other acute mental health program.

Other Credentials:

Drivers License

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrated understanding of adult learning styles and instructional methods. Outstanding verbal and written communications skills. Strong presentation, facilitation and group process skills. Demonstrated ability to use word processing, spreadsheet, e-mail and presentation software. Organizational Skills.

Special Training:

Permanent NJ State Mental Health Screening Certification obtained within one year of hire. Hand with Care

Usual Work Day:

8 Hours  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides in house training and provides courses throughout the year for all staff from various departments focusing on de-escalation.
• Works with nursing and support staff on the medical units to manage the psychiatric behavioral component of medical patients in a timely and appropriate manner through education, contracting and a plan of care.
• Routinely rounds on medical units, works with nurse managers and staff to provide useful de-escalation skills and training, as well as, providing much needed staff support and education.
• Provides presentations to both, mental health and non-mental health community providers regarding mental illness and promoting wellness and how to access Screening Center Services in accordance with the State of New Jersey Screening Law as it relates to Screening Center.
• Provides education to local law enforcement agencies about Screening Center Mobile Outreach Services throughout Mercer County in accordance with the State of New Jersey Screening Law as it relates to Screening Center.
• Coordinates efforts with Mercer County Prosecutors office and local law enforcement as the point person at Capital Health utilizing the curriculum mandated by the Attorney General in conjunction with the Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services for the development of education for officers dealing with people with disabilities, most notably mental health issues.
• Develops an orientation and training manual for Screeners and assists in orientation of all screeners to ensure continuity in the care being provided to this population.
• Develops and updates policies and procedures.
• Develops post regulatory inspections and any action plans/remediation plans when warranted. Co-chairs unit based practice council meeting and develops solutions to unfolding issues. Performs the duties of a Screener when necessary.
• Participates in administrative on-call rotation, for the Screening Center, when necessary.

Documentation, Compliance and Quality Assurance:

Assists in the collection of outcome data.

Maintains timely, accurate, legible and clear chart documentation according to agency requirements.

Maintains record keeping requirements and assists with chart reviews for Q/A purposes as requested.

Works with data resources and health information products to drive productivity and quality improvement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion , Taste or Smell

Occasional physical demands include: Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear, Lifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Accurate Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

Safety:

• Follows universal precautions according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.
• Understands and appropriately acts upon assigned role in Emergency Code System.

Understands and performs assigned role in agency’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent and/or as assigned by Department Coordinator and/or Director of Behavioral Health Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.