State Crisis Intervention Program Lead
Iowa City, IA 
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Posted 13 days ago
Job Description
Overview

AbbeHealth Services - is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.

The SCIP Program Lead will help to implement, promote, and oversee a specialized outpatient program at GuideLink Center that will accept referrals from criminal justice partners for vulnerable individuals who need immediate access to comprehensive outpatient mental health and substance use treatment and intensive care coordination.

Why UnityPoint Health?

  • Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
  • Benefits -Our competitive program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment- We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
  • Development- We believe equipping you with support and is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
  • Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at .


Responsibilities

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

* Oversee project coordination efforts for SCIP (State Crisis Intervention Program) and ASAP (Accelerated Support and Access Program)

* Work in close collaboration with GuideLink Center programs and staff

* Develop relationships with stakeholders and community partners to communicate and collaborate

* Provide necessary clinical services and improve client outcomes for ASAP program participants and GuideLink Center clients who meet program criteria

* Process all referrals and intake documentations in a timely manner

* Receive, review, and track routine progress reports on all clients.

* Monitor service delivery, engagement, and progress of program participants

* Provide intensive care coordination and essential support services to program participants

* Attend and actively participate in agency and community meetings as required

* Provide program training for community partners and participate in educational forums

* Demonstrate leadership skills and investment in program development

* Compile outcome and cost data reports

* Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Regulatory Compliance


* Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

* Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.

* Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.

* Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.

* Is knowledgeable of work site compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.


Basic UPH Performance Criteria


* Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

* Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

* Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.

* Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.

* Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.

* Is knowledgeable of work site compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.


Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or related field.

Post-secondary degree in criminal justice, counseling or other human service degree preferred.

Experience:

1-3 years working in a related field.

1-3 years working with crisis settings, supportive housing settings or assertive community treatment efforts

License(s)/Certification(s):

None required

LMHC, LMSW, LISW

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Ability to identify and treat individuals with serious and chronic mental health and/or substance use disorders

Experience with risk assessments, including suicidal screenings


  • Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services;
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
  • Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, occasional evening/weekend hours required based on program needs;
  • Job ID: 147749;

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
USD $28.32/Hr.-USD $42.48/Hr.
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1 to 3 years
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