Location: Pittsfield,MA, USA
Weekdays, 2nd shift; Part-Time weekends, 1st and 2nd shift!General DescriptionThis position is responsible for initial medical screening on presentation to AMCI/YMCI and ongoing monitoring.Essential Job FunctionsCLINICAL DUTIES/PATIENT CARE:Assist AMCI/YMCI staff with medical aspects of assessment including taking and monitoring vital signs, screening for substance intoxication or withdrawal, gathering information regarding current and past prescribed medications, medical symptoms, medical diagnoses, and current medical providers.Determine medical stability for disposition to higher levels of care.Coordinate, collaborate, and communicate with Brien Center colleagues, and other service organizations and providers such as PCP offices, DMH, DSS, etc. in the community.Provide coverage for other medical screeners when required.Treat patients and referral sources in a respectful and caring manner.ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain clear and legible client records and complete documentation in a timely manner.Attend and participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis.Attend staff meetings and agency trainings as scheduled.Attend provider meetings and case supervision with direct care/community providers as directed or assigned.Provide training to new employees as directed or assigned.Provide oversight to student interns as directed or assigned.Cover shifts as assigned.Participate in program development and CQI/QA projects.Participate in case supervision.Perform other duties as assigned.PROFESSIONAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:Follow and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Acute Care Division and the Brien Center.Maintain ethical and professional standards.Represent the Brien Center in a professional manner in all community contacts.Demonstrate a commitment to the Brien Center's mission and community mental health principles.Flexibly respond to program needs.Work cooperatively with other staff and team members.QualificationsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) requiredOther RequirementsCORI and RMV checkSkillsHigh regard for professionalism and confidentialityAbility to work as part of a teamAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to deal with a wide variety of people and personalitiesAbility to multi-task and manage projects simultaneously with a high regard for detail and accuracyAbility to manage multiple phone linesProficient computer skills and ability to enter information timely and accuratelyWorking ConditionsAbility to work in a variety of settings including but not limited to: office; hospital emergency departments; hospital psychiatric and medical floors; police stations; patient homes; community agencies; schools, etc.Physical ConditionsManual and visual dexterity; correctableReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.#J-18808-Ljbffr