WEEKEND Inpatient Mental Health Clinician

Job Summary

Mental Health Resource Center, a comprehensive not-for-profit provider of mental health and social services and a Joint Commission-accredited organization, is seeking an Inpatient Clinician for the Children’s Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU) at our Northside facility.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy sessions to CCSU patients and their families.
• Delivers individual and group training on functional, social, personal, and psychoeducational skills.
• Completes patient documentation in a timely and accurate manner, including:
  • Biopsychosocial assessments
  • Treatment plans and treatment plan reviews
  • Progress toward treatment goals and objectives
  • All services provided in the patient medical record
  • All contact with patients, families/significant others, and service providers
  • Collections and documentation of collateral information
  • Participation in daily rounds and treatment team meetings; communication of patient progress, concerns, and family session updates.
• Affirms and monitors for risk, trauma symptoms, and indications of abuse, neglect, or abandonment; utilizes appropriate reporting procedures.
• Completes initial and ongoing assessments of patients and their post-discharge environments.
• Communicates with designated representatives, as authorized, to gather information and maintain ongoing collaboration throughout admission.
• Participates in treatment planning with patients and families/caregivers to identify and address needs.
• Initiates and follows up on requests for previous psychiatric or medical records.
• Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment and discharge plans and support patients in achieving their goals.
• Identifies and develops appropriate community resources to support successful post-discharge functioning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or a related Human Services field from an accredited college or university required (related fields must include at least 30 hours of coursework in human behavior and development).
• Valid Florida Registered Intern credential (IMH, ISW, or IMT) required.
• Previous experience working with child/adolescent mental health populations preferred.
• Valid Florida license (LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT) preferred.
• CFARS certification preferred.
• Candidates must be able to make sound, independent decisions daily, including recognizing risks and emergencies and responding appropriately.
• The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by making a positive impact in the community.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required to effectively interact with patients, families, community providers, and multidisciplinary staff.
• This position involves both individual and group interaction with patients in a locked unit setting.

Company Overview

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental and behavioral health services to the community. Services include 24-hour emergency care, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling.