Mental Health Associate

Job Title: Mental Health Associate – PH/Hopewell/ACRM

Reports To: Unit Director

Trainings: Annual, CPI, QRPT, Heart Saver First Aid CPR/AED

Career Development: MHA | Program Manager | Therapist – Non LIP | Therapist – LIP

Position Summary:
The mental health associate assists in the collection of data and the completion of a Master Treatment Plan for all assigned clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the collection of data for each assigned client.
• Participates with team members and clients/families in the completion of a Master Treatment Plan for each client within established time frames.
• Participates with team members in the updating of Master Treatment Plans within established time frames or as indicated by client needs.
• Effectively facilitates psycho-educational groups as evidenced by:
  • Preparation
  • Consumer satisfaction
  • Supervisory evaluation
• Participates with team members in the completion of a Discharge Summary within established time frames.
• Documents all client interactions, including sessions with clients, families, significant others, etc., within established time frames.
• Completes Progress Notes accurately, addressing treatment goals, major treatment issues and changes in mental health status.
• Writes in a professional and competent manner.
• Develops an adequate professional working relationship with all referral sources and relevant community agencies.
• Assists with case management and interagency coordination of services for clients. Makes appropriate recommendations for referrals.
• Accurately and promptly completes all reports, documentation and records.
• Works well with staff and supervisors.
• Seeks supervision in a professional manner and documents supervision.
• Demonstrates a willingness to serve on professional committees, attend staff meetings, attend in-services, etc.
• Maintains valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Effectively facilitates social and recreational activities.
• Assists in the interviewing process for job applicants.
• When appropriate, acts as an advocate on behalf of the client for all services that are not provided directly.
• Provides outreach to re-engage clients or link to other services which will meet their needs.
• Provides transportation for clients to and from program related activities in a safe and effective manner, as needed.
• Documentation must be completed within one (1) calendar day of service delivery.
• Productivity goals shall meet percentage as designated by department.

Minimal Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field, CADC or currently tracking.
• Experience: One (1) year of experience with population or appropriate 1-year internship.

Equipment Use: Computer, copier, facsimile, motor vehicle

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.