EmPATH Master's Level Clinician
Company: Helen Ross McNabb Center
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
EmPATH Master's Level ClinicianHelp Others, Make a Difference,
Save a Life.Do you want to make a difference in people's lives
every day?Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life?And
do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated?You
have a lot of choices in where you work---make the decision to work
where you are valued!Join the McNabb Center Team as the EmPATH
Master's Level Clinician program today!The EmPATH Master's Level
ClinicianJOB POSITION/SUMMARYSummary of role of team: EMPATH will
provide non-hospital facility-based services that render short-term
treatment to facilitate access to services and stabilization to
prevent ED and acute psychiatric hospitalization admissions. EMPATH
will provide these services to individuals who present to the
program or are transferred from area EDs. Initial admission will be
on a voluntary status to adults (18 years and older) who are
presenting with a mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders that
are experiencing a behavioral health crisis.Summary of Position:
Serves as a clinical member of the multi-disciplinary team and
provides direct care through crisis services including evaluation,
crisis counseling, triage, and discharge planning. Completes
intakes and supporting documentation for possible more restrictive
placements, provides phone triage, and one on one therapeutic
interventions with individuals admitted to EMPATH. Typical Working
Conditions/EnvironmentWorking conditions consist of a 16"lounge
bed" unit. Hours of operation are 24/7.The role of the Master's
Level Clinician is to ensure coverage is provided 24/7 despite any
weather conditions or holidays that arise.JOB
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESThis job description is not intended to be
all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably
related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor
and other management as required. This organization reserves the
right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Moreover,
management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job
duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate
individuals with disabilities. This job description does not
constitute a written or implied contract of employment.1. Works in
a multi-disciplinary Team approach to meet clinical needs of
consumers presenting in crisis.Attends tx team when schedule allows
and participates through clinical
recommendation/interventions.Attends scheduled administrative team
meetings without tardiness and participates.Responds to all flags,
emails, and voicemails within 1-2 business days. Consults with
co-workers and supervisors to ensure clients receive the most
appropriate care available.Meets with all clients who voice desire
to leave AMA in an effort to determine whether tx needs have been
met or if tx needs may need to be modified or
discontinued.Clinician will also assess for whether or not higher
level of care may be needed.Works with client and other support
systems to develop a discharge plan.2. Completes all documentation
in compliance with funding/program standards.Individual clinical
documentation is completed within 2 business days.15% of chart
sample evidence that documented presenting problems and symptoms
support DSM-5 diagnosis given.15% chart sample evidence that notes
are detailed in nature, contain client quotes, and contain
action-oriented statements.15% chart sample evidence that clients
were screened for substance abuse issues at intake and, if present,
were offered A & D services.15% of chart sample evidence the use of
C-SSRS at each face-to-face encounter by at least 1 member of the
multi-disciplinary team.3. Demonstrates and maintains a positive
work climate and the overall team effort of the
department.Demonstrates a consideration and concern for fellow
workers and their jobs and promotes harmonious relationships and
attitudes.Accepts additional assignments and/or changes in
assignments and/or work with flexibility. Meets with supervisor to
address identified concerns.Gives and receives appropriate
feedback.Communicates directly and approaches conflict with a
problem-solving approach.COMPENSATION: Starting salary for this
position is approximately $53,040 /yr based on relevant experience
and education.SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLESchedule: Must have flexible
schedule. Possible overnight shifts, holiday work and overtime.
Must be punctual and maintain good attendance record. Must stay
awake and alert on all shifts.Travel: Valid driver's license with F
endorsement required. Reliable vehicle required. This position
requires utilizing a personal dependable vehicle to conduct Center
business. Picking up clients from community locations and hospitals
in personal vehicle or company vehicle. Maintaining a dependable
vehicle and certified driver status is a condition of
employment.Equipment/Technology: Computer experience is essential.
Ability to learn and utilize EMR and create documents within the
program.QUALIFICATIONS - EmPATH Master's Level
ClinicianEducation/Knowledge: Must have at least a Master's degree
from an accredited college or university in a health-related field
of counseling, psychology, social work, sociology, or a behavioral
science field.Course work or experience in the areas of cultural
diversity, human development, etiology and treatment of mental
illness, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse,
suicide, and IDD.Preference given to licensed or license eligible
individuals.Experience: Experience preferred in the social work
field or a behavioral health setting with extensive experience with
special populations including individuals with Severe and
Persistent Mental Illness, Co-Occurring Disorders, and Dual
Diagnosis Disorders preferred. Experience working in a crisis
setting and triage. Knowledge of community services for linkage and
referral.Physical:Mandatory to stay awake and alert during
shift.Minimal exposure to biological hazards.Hearing of normal/soft
tones and close eye work. Lifting up to 50 lbs. Pushing/pulling up
to 150 lbs.Valid driver's license. Frequent sitting, standing,
walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. The necessary skills for
this position include the ability to demonstrate appropriate
boundaries, ability to be an empathic listener, and flexibility,
willingness, and adaptability to work with diverse populations in a
crisis setting.Must also have the ability to communicate
effectively and possess good time management and organizational
skills.Required to be certified in, and effectively implement,
verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide
range of bodily movements; including but not limited to, grasping,
holding another person, going down on knees, running, and
walking.Must be capable of assisting in utilizing non-violent
methods of crisis intervention including therapeutic holding.CPR
and First Aid certification required (training provided).Applicants
should be able to exercise sound judgement under
pressure.Location:Knoxville, TennesseeApply today to work where we
care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a
difference!Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment.Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts
background checks, driver's license record, degree verification,
and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug
screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain
programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual
applicants are encouraged to
apply.PI6ddf00505478-25660-34138883
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