Coordinator Lead, Behavioral Health

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Department

OBHS Substance Pro-Fee

The following positions within Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry, Inpatient Adult Psychiatry, Psychiatric Emergency Services, CARES, and Outpatient Behavioral Health Services are offering the opportunity to enroll in a new program offering a cash incentive to recognize your work treating patients with substance use disorders. This program is sponsored through the ACCESS (Advancing Careers, Competencies, and Equity in Substance Treatment Services) grant. Employees must be >0.6 FTE to be eligible. 50% of the bonus will be received 90 days after signing the program contract.

· Registered Nurses (RNs) may earn up to $7,500 by December 2024
· Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) may earn up to $3,500 by December 2024
· Care Navigators may earn up to $3,500 by December 2024

Job Summary

Under general professional supervision from SUD Manager, performs lead behavioral health case coordination services including planning, caseload management, training, organizing of BHS care coordination processes, and treatment referral/disposition. Acts as a liaison to other care coordination services within the BHS continuum of care. Delivers services in accordance with the approved plan of treatment and plan of care. Assists behavioral healthcare providers in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's behavioral health issues. This position requires on-site and 5 days/8 hour shifts.

Essential Functions:

• Acts as a liaison among care coordinators in BHS programs. Completes weekly check-ins and monthly team meetings. Communicates directly with SUD Manager regarding care coordination goals and objectives. Sets BHS standards for care coordination and communicates with program supervisors and managers regarding care coordination initiatives. (25%)
• Manages caseload of clients within the BHS continuum of care who meet criteria for care coordination services. 20Communicates with OMAT team to coordinate client care. (40%)
• Evaluates emotional components, impact of health issues and assists client to identify disruptive factors to establish treatment goals. Adheres to and complies with rules and regulations of the City, Agency, Department and Service. Practices in accordance with ethical principles established in NASW code of ethics and by Denver Health. (10%)
• Assists clients to maximize adjustment to behavioral health diagnosis/illness/disability/trauma by addressing biopsychosocial issues and enhancing problem solving and coping skills. (10%)
• Documented activity reflects patient involvement in goal setting with written information consent documented. Completes documentation of care coordination activities and interventions per established standards and guidelines. Prepares and submits data and information to behavioral health supervisor in a timely manner. (10%)
• Develops knowledge base of risk factors for psychosocial functioning, wellness and health promotion and provides 10basic education to patient. (5%)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related discipline. Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years 2-4 years experience working as a Case Manager, Counselor, Therapist, or closely related role. Prior experience working in a management role within the behavioral health field. Required

Licenses:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in crisis intervention techniques with an ability to spontaneously manage problems as they arise.
• Ability to advocate for client needs; including resources and support.
• Ability recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet clients needs.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$55,886.00 - $81,258.00 / yr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more<