Job Specific Duties

• Assists patient and family with aftercare referrals (within 7 days of discharge), programs, and medication acquisition. 
• Assists psychiatrist/patient in filing of court documents such as involuntary placement petitions as required by the FL Mental Health Act to ensure compliance with Regulatory Requirements. 
• Collaborates with patient, family, and other interdisciplinary team members in formulation of treatment, therapy, and discharge plans. 
• Keeps abreast of Medicaid and managed care admission criteria which impact patient's ability to access behavioral healthcare resources. 
• Maintains contact with patient's legal guardian during hospitalization to explain treatment program and address any concerns; conducts all follows ups. Participates in patient and family conferences. 
• Obtains pertinent clinical information from referrals for preliminary assessment by the psychiatrist/ psychologist. 
• Schedules and confirms patient follow-up appointments with therapist and psychiatrist within 7 days following discharge. Coordinates follow-up appointments for consultants, tests, and procedures. 
• Serves as educator to new employees, residents, and interns for the Psych Orientation. 
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family within the hospital setting and community. 
• Communicates with patients and families to review plan of care and solicit input. Communicates any patient or family concerns to physician. 
• Provides continuous supervision, observation of behavioral health patients, and adheres to non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).