Behavioral Health Specialist Jobs in Wisconsin

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PLACEMENT SPECIALIST

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Rhinelander, WI

Full Time (1.0 FTE, 80 hours every pay period)

8-hour varied shifts (rotating all shifts), two weekends per month

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Job Description:

The Behavioral Health Admissions Specialist understands and supports the philosophy and policies and procedures of Aspirus Health. Works collaboratively to produce, nurture and sustain a professional practice and healthy work environment that affords and enhances patient care effectiveness and efficiency through leadership to multidisciplinary teams, effective physician relationships and a shared vision and dedication to the future of Aspirus Health. This person has accountability for the day-to-day functions regarding behavioral health patient placement across the Aspirus Health System.

The Behavioral Health Admissions Specialist will function out of the inpatient behavioral health unit/s providing critical and timely assessments, communication, and successfully guiding referring facilities to the appropriate physician. The specialist must be able to adjust through a rapidly changing environment. The Behavioral Health Admissions Specialist will manage multiple responsibilities, including transfer logistics for patients being transferred within and out of the Aspirus system. This role will play a significant part in ensuring adequate acceptance or disposition planning for behavioral health patients into our health system, and compliance with EMTALA regulations.

Experience/Qualifications:

• Required: Knowledge of patient care standards and practices is normally acquired through completion of a nursing program or behavioral health program Associate’s degree.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.
• Required: Three years of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Required: Possesses an active Wisconsin RN nursing license or behavioral health related license. Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Strong work–life balance
• Full benefits for part-time and full-time employees
• PTO starts day one
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Wellness programs for you and your family

Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital campus offers the best in health care services, including advanced medical imaging, high-tech surgical services a state-of-the-art birthing center, comprehensive women's health services and 13,000 square-foot cancer center equipped with the latest technology, rivaling those of hospitals located in major cities. We provide direct access to primary and specialty care, meaning patients in Wisconsin's Northwoods don't have to travel to receive world-class care. To learn more about Rhinelander click the following link: Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.