Psychiatric Emergency Screener II

Description

About New Horizons of the Treasure Coast

New Horizons of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee is the region’s most comprehensive mental health and substance use recovery agency. With nine facilities across four counties, we serve over 14,000 children and adults annually, regardless of their ability to pay.

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New Horizons of the Treasure Coast was established in 1958 by community members who passionately believed that quality mental health services should be available to all in need on the Treasure Coast.? From its first location in Ft. Pierce, New Horizons has expanded to serve residents in Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie Counties. More than 60 years after its founding, New Horizons continues to work hard to fulfill its founders' vision. It offers inpatient and outpatient mental health care for adults and children, crisis units for adults and children, learning resource centers for independent living skills, a transitional group home, substance abuse and detox services, case management, family support and counseling, and programs in schools. ?New Horizons provides a safety net for those in crisis, outreach programs to promote resilience and recovery, and community education to help our community achieve health in both mind and body. 

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New Horizons of the Treasure Coast is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and services to individuals and families facing mental health & substance abuse challenges. Our organization is committed to fostering hope, resilience, and recovery in the communities we serve. We believe in the power of compassion, education, and advocacy to bring about positive change. ? 

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GENERAL SUMMARY

To provide emergency mental health and substance abuse evaluations, crisis intervention and appropriate dispositions for individuals presenting at the Emergency Evaluation Unit in severe and acute distress.

SCHEDULE 

12 noon to 10pm shift 

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Conducts emergency evaluations for new and existing clients presenting for emergency services as assigned by the supervisor.
• Emergency evaluations are performed in accordance with the Agency's protocol for conducting emergency evaluations.
• Completes monthly schedules to ensure 24/7 coverage
• Provides emergency interventions and appropriate dispositions for assigned clients.
• All emergency interventions are documented in writing on the emergency evaluation protocol including, but not limited to, external referral sources contacted and outcome; internal referral sources contacted and outcome; and other intervention modalities utilized, e.g. crisis for the individual and his/her family.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, education, mental health counseling, psychiatric nursing, and complete a course in emergency screening prior to or within three (3) months of assuming emergency screening responsibilities. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License with 6 points or less in the last 5 years.