Behavioral Health Specialist, FL PACE

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful work in supporting our community's seniors and their families.

Job Title: Behavioral Health Specialist (Florida PACE Centers)

Job Summary

To provide behavior health services to adults and/or families within the PACE program via participant screening, assessment/evaluation, counseling and referral/recommendation for appropriate treatment for disposition. Primary services will include assisting with Crisis Intervention and serve as a Sitter for patients with behavioral health needs. Will provide one to one observation/for assigned patients under the direction of clinical leadership.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides assessment, treatment planning, counseling, and education services for participants and caregivers
• Completes psychosocial evaluations to ascertain patient's psychological, emotional needs. Identifies and refers patients to appropriate discipline for appropriate care
• Conducts evidence-based group therapy to patients to address psychological, emotional needs
• Prepares individualized treatment plans
• Updates and discusses patient needs in Multidisciplinary treatment team meetings (IDT)
• Initiates Baker Acts if needed. Ensures that all legal paperwork is obtained, processed and completed, and included in patient charts. (i.e. guardianship, baker-act, firearm laws)
• Provides quality care by possessing knowledge and skill level related to the symptoms and treatment of behavioral disorders relevant to participant and in accordance with the state agency regulations. Possess knowledge to identify types of medications commonly prescribed for patient group and the common side effects and adverse reactions of the medications

Job Requirements

Education:

• Master's degree in Psychology or Clinical Social Work or Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Experience:

• 2 years of experience working with adults with mental health and/or substance abuse disorders

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current Florida State Licensure as a Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, or Marriage and Family Therapist

Abilities Required

• Skills in assessment and psychotherapy
• Bi-lingual English and Spanish preferred
• Requires critical thinking skills
• Exercise proper and independent judgement
• The ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and manage crisis as needed

Functional Demands

Environment Work Conditions:

• Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation

Infectious Material Exposure:

• No routine exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues but may occasionally require performing unplanned activities which may involve exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues

Organizational Expectations

• Ensures that resident's/patient's rights are adhered to
• Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish EmpathicareSM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees, and other facility guests
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job
• Adheres to the organization's Mission, Vision and Values
• Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
• Maintains a safe working environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you've ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage and a 403(b)-retirement savings plan for eligible full and part-time positions, free on-campus parking, an onsite fitness center and more.

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