Engage in community outreach.

Screen, assess and recommend intervention for people with suicidal ideation, mental health problems and substance abuse.

Advise family and/or care givers and help coordinate services needed throughout treatment.

Provide support and consultation for all departments within the Health Center for those suffering from a wide range of mental health and medical problems.

Work directly with Washoe Tribe and County (Alpine, Douglas and Carson) Social Services and Courts to address and report concerns regarding abuse and neglect.

Evaluate adults, children and adolescents utilizing appropriate mental health and medical screening and assessment tools.

Make referrals and collaborate with other mental health and medical professionals.

Document (in the electronic health record) using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5th edition (DSM V) diagnosis.

Co-develop and –implement an individualized intensive case management plan for individuals, groups and families.

Represent the Health Center in a positive manner with tribal members and professionals.

Participate in Patient Care and Individual Education Plan meetings on behalf of individuals.

Seek further training and knowledge in behavioral healthcare to remain current with behavioral health standards of care.

Adheres to all healthcare standards as related to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Performs other duties as required for position.

Knowledge of Washoe and American Indian/Alaska Native People and their history.

Knowledge of records management procedures, and use of electronic health record system.

Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and regulations including established professional standards.

Knowledge of medical and psychiatric rehabilitation terminology.

Knowledge of physical and behavioral (psychological, emotional and social) needs.

Knowledge of medications commonly prescribed for psychiatric clients.

Knowledge of community resources for behavioral health related issues.

Ability to analyze problems, devise solutions, and make sound decisions.

Ability to apply the principles and concepts of psychiatric rehabilitation counseling.

Ability to interview and secure personal and social information, as well as information needed for determining client’s needs and barriers.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative/effective work relationships with participants, participants, partners, professionals and the public (especially with American Indian/Alaska Natives).

Ability to plan, organize, and express ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and other personnel.

Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence.

Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Skills in operating personal computer using computer software.

Skill using basic arithmetic.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to operate a motor vehicle, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work is generally performed in an office setting with a moderate noise level.