Job Overview:
At Helping Hands Project Organization, we strive to help individuals, families, and communities with their behavioral health needs. We are passionate about the services we provide and have a clinical team of highly knowledgeable professionals. At HHPO we take evidence-based clinical practice to the next level. Our person-centered care approach assures an optimal outcome.
We are actively looking to hire a talented PASRR Clinical Evaluator who is passionate about patient care and committed to clinical excellence.
Job Summary:
As a Clinical Evaluator (PASRR) for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review, you will perform face-to-face assessments to ensure appropriate placement and care for individuals in North King County, Washington. Your role is vital in enhancing patient well-being and quality of life through thorough evaluations conducted primarily in nursing homes, hospitals, or community-based settings. These assessments are crucial in determining the necessary level and scope of care for each patient.
In your capacity as a trusted expert, you will evaluate, determine, and recommend the next level of care to improve patients' overall quality of life. This full-time hybrid role allows you to work from your home office while also traveling to assess patients in your local area, including North King County. All travel expenses, including mileage and parking, will be fully reimbursed.
Job Responsibilities
- Review medical records and collaborate with healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support systems to conduct accurate screenings, evaluations, and determinations.
- Assess and analyze psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning.
- Develop informed level-of-care recommendations based on thorough clinical evaluations.
- Conduct assessments in various settings, including nursing homes, hospitals, and community environments, to understand and address the diverse needs of those we serve.
- Adhere to state standards of best practices for mental health, intellectual and developmental disabilities, geriatrics, and other conditions requiring nursing care services and support.
- Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory standards while developing level-of-care recommendations.
- Utilize independent judgment, deep clinical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and problem-solving abilities to navigate complex situations and ensure the best outcomes for members, providers, and clients.
- Foster effective collaboration with a diverse range of healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support networks.
- Leverage technology, including the state's electronic system and our proprietary platforms, to efficiently manage and track all assessment activities.
- Monitor personal metrics to ensure compliance with turnaround time requirements.
- Stay updated on current regulations and research related to long-term care, mental illness, medical conditions, and geriatrics.
- Efficiently prioritize and execute tasks with attention to detail.
The above list of accountabilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties that management may deem necessary.
Required Qualifications/Experience:
- Minimum 1 year of experience assessing individuals with mental or psychiatric disorders, including complex differential diagnoses related to substance use, medical conditions, cognitive issues, and dementia.
- Active unrestricted licensure in Washington in a healthcare or related field, such as a Licensed Psychologist, Psychiatric Nurse, Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, LCSWA, LICSWA Marriage and Family Therapist, or Social Worker Independent Clinical License.
- Graduation from an accredited college with a relevant degree program.
- Expertise in assessing and analyzing psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning.
- Working knowledge of Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) requirements per Federal Regulation 42 CFR, Chapter 483.
- Knowledge of psychiatric disorders as defined by the most current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual in use in Washington.
- Experience in determining a clinical diagnosis accounting for psychological and behavioral issues.
- Knowledge of standards of practice related to the determination of the Level of Care and standards of practice related to mental health, geriatrics, and other disorders commonly necessitating long-term care placement.
- Experience with public mental health and medical programs, as well as public sector services and supports.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, and other web-based software.
- Ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, their families, and other support systems.
- Experience working with the geriatric population.
- Excellent communication skills for conveying information to individuals and groups through spoken, written, and electronic media.
- Keen attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently and in a timely manner.
Compensation
The compensation for this role is $33.00 to $46.00 per hour.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $33.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- LMHC, LMHCA, LICSW, LICSWA (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Everett, WA 98201
