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Provides mental health and substance abuse treatment services to seriously and persistently mentally ill adults. Provides administrative and clinical supervision to appropriate department. Works under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President.Essential Functions
- Demonstrates knowledge of hospital and department standards that reflect TJC and Medicaid standards for the operation of an adult partial hospitalization program.
- Collaborates with MD and other clinical team members regarding patient needs and treatment plan.
- Assesses patient, records and reports pertinent data to the physician and other members of the patient’s clinical team.
- Utilizes crisis intervention techniques when needed.
- Provides patient and family education with specific references to emotional health as evidenced by various behaviors.
- Coordinates team member training and development for his/her program.
- Displays strong leadership and managerial skills.
- Demonstrates clinical competence in procedures and patient care based on established theory; maintains quality assurance standards for patient care.
Works in areas with potentially combative or self-destructive patients. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, handling of supplies and equipment. Must have valid NC drivers' license.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Master's Degree in Social Work, Professional Counseling, Psychology, or a comparable human services field that maintains appropriate professional accreditation required; fulll licensure required or a Master's level Registered Nurse with board certification in psychiatric, mental health nursing required.Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.
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