Clinical Liaison/Admission Coordinator - Philadelphia, United States - The Behavioral Wellness Center At Girard

Description

We are seeking a full-timeClinical Liaison/Admissions Coordinator to join our team
The Philadelphia Model: Addressing Serious Mental Illness (SMI) in Long-Term Care (LTC) will provide highly structured therapeutic residential behavioral healthcare and treatment for frail adults who are eligible for skilled nursing level of care who also have serious mental illness and who have reached maximum benefit from the mental health resources available elsewhere in the community or hospital. The program philosophy is to create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where frail older adults with SMI that may include other complex behavioral health needs and/or prior criminal history – and need long-term skilled nursing services – can receive the care and services needed to address their holistic needs free of stigma.

A multi-disciplinary team will provide both long-term care and behavioral health services in this integrated program. All team members will adhere to the Be Well at MPAC philosophy of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and adhere to and exhibit the Be Well at MPAC values of Choice, Hope, Integrity, Respect, and Professionalism.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Liaison/Admissions Coordinator is responsible for ensuring all potential participants will be assessed by licensed providers for appropriateness/eligibility using a high-quality, evidence-based assessment tool. The Clinical Liaison will perform an on-site evaluation to determine program eligibility. This is evidenced by a psychiatric and medical physician's confirmation that the individuals' behavioral health, medical, and personal care needs are most appropriately met in a skilled nursing facility.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Master's in Human Services or related field preferred. Must have 3-5 years experience working in Long Term Care and direct clinical experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric setting. Previous experience coordinating admission assessments required. Must possess a valid driver's license, a clean driving record for three years without a DUI conviction for five years, current automobile Insurance, and reliable transportation. Mileage reimbursement is provided per Be-Well travel policy. Must meet all Department of Health (DOH), Department of Behavioral Health & Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS), and Community Behavioral Health (CBH) education and experience guidelines. Bilingual capabilities a plus.

In addition – we offer the following benefits:

• Sign on Bonus
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Short/Long Term Disability Coverage
• Retirement Planning
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off (for qualifying positions)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Stability that coincides with working for a national leader with a 100-year history of providing excellent behavioral health care

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

EOE/M/F/D/V