UPMC is hiring a Behavioral Health Navigator I to support the Psych Consult Liaison team in Oakland!

The Behavioral Health Navigator I is responsible for the assessment and navigation of patients and families in collaboration with attending psychiatrists and other staff within UPMC Presbyterian and Montefiore. They will develop initial treatment plan to facilitate disposition planning and assists with bed placement or disposition planning. They will have the ability to identify acuity level of patient and will facilitate the flow of information to promote effective communication regarding the patient care and patient operations and disposition. 

The shift for this position is Monday – Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

 
Responsibilities:

Complete all required documentation, including psychiatric evaluations and commitment paperwork. Utilize DSMV for provisional diagnoses. Review inpatient commitments for accuracy and compliance with mental health laws. Understand insurance processes and obtain authorizations. Participate in interdisciplinary activities and maintain competency requirements. Use up-to-date technology for patient care, assessment, and referral planning. Handle a high volume of calls and efficiently meet caller needs. Follow outpatient scheduling and referral documentation guidelines. Respond promptly to appointment or admission requests. Summarize patient information for behavioral health unit admissions and triage patients. Present cases verbally to physicians and others. Demonstrate triage and assessment skills for medical necessity or appropriate outpatient clinics. Provide accurate, timely information to coworkers, physicians, and outside agencies. Access social systems and provide resource-specific information to patients and families.