Director Emergency Screening Services

Position Summary

Accountable for the coordination of all aspects of the screening center and psychiatric emergency services, Employee Assistance, and other grant funded programs. Maintains a 24/7 operation, and works collaboratively with the Emergency Department physicians and staff, psychiatry and the State system of care.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1.Maintains a quality system of patient care for consumers requiring emergent psychiatric services and screening.

2.Provides a mobile outreach team to address psychiatric issues in the community.

3.Serves as a liaison to the NJ system of psychiatric emergency services and screening.

4.Supervises the Family Crisis Intervention staff, Traumatic Loss staff and IOC staff.

5.Performs grant management, monitors expenses and ensures all program revenue is accurately captured.

6.Provides employee assistance services.

7.Effectively interacts and collaborates throughout all levels of the healthcare system.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology

Preferred:

None

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

5 years clinical experience

Preferred:

Healthcare Experience

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

?LCSW, LPC or related clinical licensure.

?State of NJ Screening certification

?Valid Drivers License

Preferred:

None

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Crisis Management experience and training, and supervisory experience.

Clinician demonstrates knowledge of evidenced based practices in the provision of care included but not limited to: Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Universal Screening for SUD.

Preferred:

Familiar with State of New Jersey Psychiatric and Commitment laws and process.

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).