Plans, directs, develops, and coordinates mental health and substance abuse services in a health plan. Manages the Mental Health Department staff and implements strategies relative to the development and management of related services. Designs and implements programs to maintain positive... [+] More

Plans, directs, develops, and coordinates mental health and substance abuse services in a health plan. Manages the Mental Health Department staff and implements strategies relative to the development and management of related services. Designs and implements programs to maintain positive relationships between the health plan, physicians, providers, and practice managers. Typically requires a bachelor's degree with seven years of related health plan experience.

Manages mental health and substance abuse programs to ensure that appropriate professional and cost effective care is provided to all patients. Manages and coordinates placement and periodic health reviews and confidential medical record maintenance. Monitors the management of mental health and substance abuse consultations including assessment, treatment, and referral to appropriate resources as required. Ensures that the plan has an adequate number of participating providers in the network to meet business objectives. Responsible for hiring, developing, and managing a qualified management staff concerned with the maintenance and expansion of assigned services within the health plan. Prepares, manages, and monitors the departmental budget. [-] Less

Directs agency or major function of public or voluntary organization providing services in social welfare field to individuals, groups, or community

works with board of directors and committees to establish policies and programs and administers such programs. Determines policies and defines... [+] More

Directs agency or major function of public or voluntary organization providing services in social welfare field to individuals, groups, or community

works with board of directors and committees to establish policies and programs and administers such programs. Determines policies and defines scope of services to be rendered within legislative regulations for public welfare agency functioning without board of directors. Assumes responsibility for development and administration of standards and procedures related to personnel, including staff development, budget, and physical facilities. Interprets agency purpose and program to community. Establishes and maintains relationships with other agencies and organizations in community toward meeting community needs and services. Prepares, distributes, and maintains variety of reports. Inspects agency operations and facilities to ensure agency meets standards and procedures criteria. May direct or coordinate fund raising, public relations, and fact finding or research activities. Employed in settings such as child welfare, community welfare councils, family casework, youth serving agencies, health organizations, informal education, and recreation, including scouting and y's, public welfare, and fund raising. May work in specific area of social welfare and be designated director, child support enforcement program; director, community center; director, social service; director, rehabilitation program; director, mental health agency. [-] Less

Provides strength and community-based rehabilitative mental health services, as described in the clients' case plans. Collects information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests. Develops and implements appropriate individual treatment plans for each client, based on clinical experience and knowledge,... [+] More

Provides strength and community-based rehabilitative mental health services, as described in the clients' case plans. Collects information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests. Develops and implements appropriate individual treatment plans for each client, based on clinical experience and knowledge, in order to meet his/her mental health needs. Provides individual and/or group mental rehabilitation services for clients.

Guides clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems, and assists them in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, and making changes. Encourages clients to express their feelings, discusses what is happening in their lives, and helps them develop insight into themselves and their relationships. Helps individuals deal with thoughts of suicide; addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; problems with self-esteem; and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health. Provides and teaches self-advocacy and independence for families. Assists clients and families to engage in appropriate problem solving. Assists and advocates for clients in working with other agencies and professionals to ensure continuity of care. Assists clients in improving their social and interpersonal skills and knowledge of what is socially acceptable behavior. Acts as an appropriate role model for program clients by demonstrating socially acceptable and age appropriate behaviors. Provides crisis intervention as needed. Works in community with social service agencies, schools, and other juvenile facilities to advocate on behalf of the clients. Understands the public mental health system regulations and guidelines. Transports and supervises clients for program activities, classes, medical appointments, court appearances, and emergencies, or for other reasons as assigned. May collaborate with other staff members to perform clinical assessments and develop treatment plans. [-] Less

Provides group and individual therapy to patients.

Provides psychotherapeutic services to individuals, groups, couples or families and may specialize in a certain area. Provides emergency and crisis intervention services. Determines frequency, duration, and intensity of treatment. Diagnoses and evaluates mental health... [+] More

Provides group and individual therapy to patients.

Provides psychotherapeutic services to individuals, groups, couples or families and may specialize in a certain area. Provides emergency and crisis intervention services. Determines frequency, duration, and intensity of treatment. Diagnoses and evaluates mental health status of patients. Collaborates with psychiatrist in developing treatment plans and works closely with patient’s medical providers. Prepares client progress notes and maintains records of treatment. Develops discharge plans. Provides mediation services. Provides supervised visitation services. Conducts neutral exchange services. Prepares and presents educational programs and prepares reports. This position typically requires a Master's degree in psychiatric social work or clinical psychology and training and experience in therapy. [-] Less

Manages program that provides psychological social work assistance to mentally or emotionally disturbed patients of hospitals, clinics, and other medical centers, and to their families, collaborating with psychiatric and allied team in diagnoses and treatment plans. Directs the activities of... [+] More

Manages program that provides psychological social work assistance to mentally or emotionally disturbed patients of hospitals, clinics, and other medical centers, and to their families, collaborating with psychiatric and allied team in diagnoses and treatment plans. Directs the activities of Psychologists and other members of health team. Oversees the investigation of patient's family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.

Consults with Psychiatrist, and may work directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups. Acts as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community. May refer patient or patient's family to other community resources. [-] Less

Plans and conducts group, individual, group, and family psychotherapy sessions in an inpatient mental health unit.

Provides psychotherapeutic services to individuals, groups, couples or families and may specialize in a certain area. Determines frequency, duration, and intensity of treatment. Diagnoses and... [+] More

Plans and conducts group, individual, group, and family psychotherapy sessions in an inpatient mental health unit.

Provides psychotherapeutic services to individuals, groups, couples or families and may specialize in a certain area. Determines frequency, duration, and intensity of treatment. Diagnoses and evaluates mental health status of patients. Collaborates with psychiatrist in developing treatment plans and works closely with medical providers. Prepares patient progress notes and maintains records of treatment. Develops discharge plans. Conducts neutral exchange services. This position typically requires a Bachelor's degree in psychology or social work and two years of patient care experience. [-] Less

Manages program that provides psychological social work assistance to mentally or emotionally disturbed patients of hospitals, clinics, and other medical centers, and to their families, collaborating with psychiatric and allied team in diagnoses and treatment plans. Directs the activities of... [+] More

Manages program that provides psychological social work assistance to mentally or emotionally disturbed patients of hospitals, clinics, and other medical centers, and to their families, collaborating with psychiatric and allied team in diagnoses and treatment plans. Directs the activities of Psychologists and other members of health team. Oversees the investigation of patient's family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.

Consults with Psychiatrist, and may work directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups. Acts as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community. May refer patient or patient's family to other community resources. [-] Less

Manages program that provides psychological social work assistance to mentally or emotionally disturbed patients of hospitals, clinics, and other medical centers, and to their families, collaborating with psychiatric and allied team in diagnoses and treatment plans. Directs the activities of... [+] More

Manages program that provides psychological social work assistance to mentally or emotionally disturbed patients of hospitals, clinics, and other medical centers, and to their families, collaborating with psychiatric and allied team in diagnoses and treatment plans. Directs the activities of Psychologists and other members of health team. Oversees the investigation of patient's family and social background pertinent to diagnosis and treatment.

Consults with Psychiatrist, and may work directly in treatment relationship with patients, individually or in groups. Acts as link between patient, psychiatric agency, and community. May refer patient or patient's family to other community resources. [-] Less

Gives nursing care to... [+] More

Gives nursing care to mentally ill, emotionally disturbed, or mentally retarded patients in psychiatric hospital or mental health clinic and participates in rehabilitation and treatment programs. Helps patients with their personal hygiene, such as bathing and keeping beds, clothing, and living areas clean.

Follows physician's prescriptions and hospital procedures, administering oral medications and hypodermic injections. Takes and records measures of patient's general physical condition, such as pulse, temperature, and respiration, to provide daily information. Observes patients to detect behavior patterns and reports observations to medical staff. Intervenes to restrain violent or potentially violent or suicidal patients by verbal or physical means as required. Leads prescribed individual or group therapy sessions as part of specific therapeutic procedures. May complete initial admittance forms for new patients. May contact patient's relatives by telephone to arrange family conferences. May issue medications from dispensary and maintain records in accordance with specified procedures. May be required to hold state license. [-] Less

Develops and implements an effective marketing plan. Manages the marketing services staff and implements strategies relative to the development and management of an effective marketing plan. Typically requires a bachelor's degree with seven years of client services or marketing experience.

Designs... [+] More

Develops and implements an effective marketing plan. Manages the marketing services staff and implements strategies relative to the development and management of an effective marketing plan. Typically requires a bachelor's degree with seven years of client services or marketing experience.

Designs and implements programs to maintain positive relationships between the health plan, physicians, providers, and practice managers. Develops marketing materials and communications for employers and plan members. Maintains awareness of the competitive environment and develops appropriate product and sales strategies. Works with Account Executives to service client groups and assists in the development and management of strategic accounts. Oversees hiring, developing, and managing a qualified staff concerned with the maintenance and expansion of client relationships within the health plan. Oversees preparation, coordination, and delivery of plan performance presentations. Identifies supporting strategies for product and program pricing, retention, and net revenue growth. May also oversee the activities of Account Executives in building strong relationships with clients. Prepares, manages, and monitors the departmental budget. [-] Less