Special requirements
This position may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department, client, or agency needs.
Knowledge-Skills-Abilities Required to Perform Satisfactorily
Knowledge
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Knowledge of human behavior and complex behavioral problems.
- Knowledge of child development and principles of group practice.
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Sensitivity to cultural differences; knowledge and ability to work with diverse groups of people.
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Knowledge of principles and methods of psychiatry.
- Knowledge of wellness and recovery models.
- Knowledge of advanced pharmacology, and psychotropic medication.
- Knowledge of mental illness, substance use and co-occurring disorders.
- Knowledge of consultation and education theory and techniques.
- Knowledge of DSM-V criteria.
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws.
- Knowledge of medication side effects.
- Knowledge of drug interactions.
Skills
- Skill in psychiatric diagnosing, crisis intervention techniques and treatment of psychiatric, mental health and substance use disorders.
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Skill in psychiatric interview process and psychotherapeutic techniques.
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Skill in prescribing psychotropic medications.
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Skill in treatment planning.
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Skill in interpreting laboratory tests.
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Skill in assessing and developing treatment programs.
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Skill in the operation of a computer and use of appropriate computer software.
Abilities
- Ability to handle stress, and maintain a positive attitude in interactions with co-workers & clients
- Ability to stabilize crisis situations.
- Ability to effectively supervise others while coordinating multiple functions.
- Ability to follow complex oral and written communication.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to relate effectively with clients.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, volunteers, medical and clinical professionals in the community.
- Ability to initiate professional referrals.
- Ability to interpret laboratory analyses and x-rays.
- Ability to prepare and supervise the preparation of case histories and the keeping of health care records according to Quality Assurance standards.
- Ability to differentially diagnose mental health, substance use and medical disorders.
- Ability to relate to patients in a manner conducive to bringing about improved physical or mental health.
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Ability to plan for and allocate scarce medical/psychiatric resources.
- Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team for the coordination of client care.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, staff members, clients and public groups.
- Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to arrive/report to work on time and ready to work.
- Ability to abide by principles of EEO compliance and a workplace of dignity and respect.
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Ability to work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Ability adhere to all PRC policies and Code of Conduct standards and at all times exhibit all PRC's Core Values.
Safety Equipment
Universal Precautions
Comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations
Life Safety Equipment (fire extinguisher)
Transportation:
Must have reliable transportation.
Machines, Tool and Equipment Used:
Computer, telephone, tele-health communication devices, fax, copier
Routine medical office diagnostic equipment (stethoscope, scale, etc.)
Technology Requirement:
As an employee of Peace River Center, if you are not assigned a company-issued phone, you will be required to authorize the use of the Microsoft Authenticator app on your personal mobile device. This is necessary to access our payroll and communication system, Paycor, and Microsoft email as examples. This will ensure secure and efficient communication with the organization
Supervisory Relationship(s)
Reports to the Medical Director
Work Environment:
Fast paced work environment. The populations cared for will include patients who are confused, delusional irrational, agitated, or uncooperative. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions such as communicable diseases and physical/verbal abuse from an out-of-control patient/client.
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Office Environment Generally sedentary work but requires standing or movement between offices approximately 20-30% of the time.
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May require travel between Peace River Center offices or to other agencies with which we contract for services.
EEO Statement
One of the greatest assets of the PRC is the ethnic, cultural, and social diversity of its employees. PRC takes great pride in the diversity and values and respect of all its employees, regardless of race, color, sex, marital status religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, disability, gender identification, or sexual orientation.