Contract Crisis Prevention Specialist

ST JUDES RANCH FOR CHILDREN BO

About The Position

Imagine being a part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of children and youth! We are hiring multiple contractors to provide Crisis Stabilization with children and youth in Specialized Foster Care. This is a contract position, reimbursed at $25.00/session hour. Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a human, social services, or behavioral field with additional understanding of mental health treatment services and case file documentation requirements. Must carry $1,000,000.00 liability insurance. Description Create and implement structured treatment plans focused on preventing and stabilizing crisis for clients ages 5 years through 18 years. ·Responsible for documentation of treatment planning, treatment progress notes, and 90-day treatment plan updates to evaluate effectiveness of treatment. Responsible for maintaining adherence to Medicaid Chapter 4000 regulations regarding Crisis Stabilization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human, social services, or behavioral field with additional understanding of mental health treatment services and case file documentation requirements.
Valid Nevada State Driver's License, good driving record, ability to provide own transportation, and proof of current automobile insurance.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Complete annual continuing education as required by Department of Family Services and Medicaid to maintain approved provider status.
Age minimum of 21 years.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or human services.
Enrolled in Graduate program for social work, psychology, or sociology.
3+ Years administering crisis stabilization and behavior modification interventions to clients/patients.

Responsibilities

Document treatment progress note for each session completed that meet medical necessity requirements.
Create individualized treatment plans for each assigned client with measurable goals and objectives.
Document 90-day treatment plan updates to evaluate treatment and effectiveness.
Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with treatment team, community agencies, government officials, and clientele.
Participates in monthly clinical supervision with Clinical Director or designee.
Ensure compliance with service contract requirements and with Medicaid Service Manual Chapter 4000.
Implement crisis stabilization and behavior modification interventions with assigned clients to address impaired behavioral functioning and prevent crisis. Interventions will address issues pertaining to the following areas but limited to crisis prevention, behavior management, social competency, problem identification and resolution, effective communication, moral reasoning, identity and emotional intimacy, self-sufficiency, and life goals.
Observe, document, and consult with supervisor regularly regarding client’s signs, symptoms, and treatment progress.
Collaborate with each client’s treatment team members to ensure continuity of care.
Display positive role modeling and leadership for clients.
Establish and maintain consistent attendance at scheduled treatment sessions and meetings.
Interact with all clients in a respectful manner without bias.