LifeStream is a behavioral health and social services organization that provides high-quality treatment, education, care management, rehabilitation, primary care and homeless services to children, adolescents, and adults. Located in Central Florida, LifeStream primarily serves the residents of Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties, with additional programs located in Orange, Marion, and Hernando Counties.
BA EMERGENCY EVALUATOR - CITRUS ACCESS CENTER 076
(all shifts available)
JOB SUMMARY: Provides assessments and intervention services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises and/or seeking substance abuse detoxification services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Demonstrates a cooperative attitude to problem solving and conflict resolution with all levels of staff and in all interactions with families and outside professionals.
Documents all contacts and evaluations using established methods and protocol in a timely, legible manner and in accordance with Center policy and procedures.
This position must interact with individuals, courts, agencies, law enforcement and other professionals within the Center and community in order to effectively plan for the treatment of the client.
Participate department meetings as required and keep supervisor advised of any problems, concerns or dissatisfactions related to the delivery of emergency services.
The position delivers behavioral healthcare services to individuals in crisis to determine the most appropriate level of care required.
This position performs initial and preliminary assessment of individuals entering LifeStream Behavioral Center’s continuum of services.
Provides face to face assessments to individuals deemed by themselves or others to be in crisis and needing immediate behavioral health treatment.
Provides crisis intervention by telephone as needed and responds to calls for information and assistance.
Assists individuals to obtain services not provided by the Access Center by linking to other programs within LifeStream or referring to professionals outside LifeStream’s array of services when necessary.
KNOWLEDGE AND JOB SKILLS:
- Knowledgeable of the dynamics of individuals with psychiatric disorders and their treatment. Knowledge of legal and ethical issues in the treatment of psychiatric patients.
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Must have a working knowledge of all laws pertaining to the voluntary and involuntary treatment of individuals deemed to be in danger of harming themselves or others by virtue of their behavior, mental illness or drug and/or alcohol use/abuse as specified in the Baker and Marchman Acts.
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Excellent interviewing and crisis intervention skills are essential to this position. Good communication skills are vital.
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Computer knowledge is vital to the satisfactory performance of this position.
- Requires excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with individuals from multiple disciplines.
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Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and others in the community in such a manner, which is conducive to the well being of individuals and insures proper maintenance of continuity of care and confidentiality.
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Displays at all times courteous and respectful behavior towards individuals, families, law enforcement and other professionals. Ability to withstand high levels of stress.
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Ability to work at a fast pace under high degree of pressure from time and space constraints. Comfortable working with individuals who can become verbally and physically aggressive individuals.
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Must be able to utilize critical and analytical thinking
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field required
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Experience: A minimum of 2 year behavioral healthcare experience required
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Level II Background Check
Completes all requirements according to Individual Training Plan within the first six months of hire and annually. Other training and/or professional development may be assigned due to evolution of programs.
CHECK OUT THESE GREAT BENEFITS!
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
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Short Term Disability
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Pension Plan
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403(b)
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PTO (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
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Paid holidays
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Flexible Work Schedules
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Shift and Weekend Differentials
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Employee Discount perks and more!
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And More!
LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.