We are hiring a casual Behavioral Health Navigator I to support UPMC Jameson!

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 the UPMC Jameson Emergency Department. 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. 

This casual position requires six 4-hour on call shifts per month. 

Responsibilities:

Documentation & Paperwork: Complete all required documentation, including psychiatric evaluations and commitment paperwork. Diagnostic Skills: Utilize DSMV for provisional diagnoses. Legal & Insurance Knowledge: Understand mental health laws, review inpatient commitments, and manage insurance authorizations. Interdisciplinary Participation: Engage in staff meetings and committees. Competency & Technology: Maintain competency and use up-to-date technology for patient care. Call Management: Handle a high volume of calls efficiently and follow scheduling/referral guidelines. Rapid Response: Quickly respond to appointment or admission requests. Patient Information Review: Summarize patient information for admissions and triage for appropriate placement. Case Presentation: Present cases verbally to physicians and others. Triage & Assessment: Demonstrate skills for medical necessity and outpatient clinic referrals. Communication: Provide accurate, timely information to coworkers, physicians, and outside agencies. Resource Access: Assist patients and families with accessing social systems and accepting referrals.