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University of Washington
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MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER (FULL-TIME, DAYS)

University of Washington

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Posted:
February 13, 2021
Location:
Seattle, Washington
Salary:
Open
Type:
Full Time

As the region's only Level I Trauma center, Harborview Medical Center is well known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis:  Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD, Center for Advanced Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (CARER), and mentally-and medically- vulnerable populations. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team, and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Harborview Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time, day shift, MENTAL HEALTH PRACTITIONER, in support of the Medical Respite department.

The Edward Thomas House Medical Respite is a unique medical respite harm reduction program that provides shelter care with embedded nursing, mental health, and case management services to an at-risk homeless population. Medical Respite is a part of the Healthcare for the Homeless Network and is supported by funds from multiple sources including King County Public Health, MIDD, and local hospitals. The Edward Thomas House admits patients referred from all King County area hospitals 7 days a week and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The program is operated by Harborview Medical Center (HMC) at an off-site location next to the Harborview emergency department.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care Delivery
  • Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to serve homeless people, many of whom are using substances and/or have a mental illness.
  • Provides outreach/engagement services for difficult-to-reach clients initially addressing basic needs of food, clothing, shelter and medical care.
  • Conduct psychosocial and social service needs assessments . Develop treatment plans and provision of case management services.
  • Recommend and monitor use of medication in mental health treatment.
  • Participate in psychiatric consultation, supervision, program meetings.

    Documentation
  • Documents patient care in a manner that reflects recognition of the legal significance of an accurate and complete mental health record.
  • Completes documentation of grant required encounters in a timely manner.

    Patient Teaching
  • Develops, implements and documents teaching specific to the patient populations served by the Health Care for the Homeless Mental Health Team.
  • May participate in community activities that relate to education about and advocacy for the mental health needs of the homeless.

    Advocacy and Humanistic Care
  • Acts as an advocate for the patient/family through such activities as organizing patient care conferences and safeguarding patient’s privacy and confidentiality.
  • Promotes an atmosphere/attitude of respect for human dignity and the uniqueness of each patient.

    Response in Emergencies
  • Acts promptly and effectively in managing self, patients and other employees during an emergency situation.
  • Provides information regarding emergencies, ie. Calling 911, MHPs.

    Quality Assessment and Improvement
  • Participates in and supports the Health Care for the Homeless, division and HMC quality assessment/improvement activities.

    Maintain Clinical Competence
  • Maintains, improves clinical competence and knowledge and skills through use of appropriate resources to meet identified self-learning needs and annual review requirements.

    Promotes Team Building
  • Works collaboratively with Medical Respite team, clinic personnel and other homeless health care providers.
  • Develops cooperative relationships with other agencies in the mental health and social service systems in order to provide effective services.
  • Provides psychiatric consultation, program presentations and in-service training.
  • May assist in the supervision of volunteers, students and support staff.

    REQUIREMENTS
    A Master’s degree in behavioral sciences, such as psychology, psychiatric nursing, occupational therapy, vocational or educational counseling, or social work OR Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a behavioral science AND three years of experience in the direct delivery of professional mental health care.

    DESIRED
  • Must have a passion for working with an underserved, disenfranchised homeless population
  • Experience with harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and trauma informed care.
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    Internal Number: 187095
    About University of Washington
    Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.
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