Probate Pre-Screener

*Those that are able to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and influenza shot will be required to do so as a requirement of employment at Netcare Access.

*Active LSW, LISW, LPC, or LPCC and Driver's License required, *

Available Schedules:

• 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday - Thursday
• Contingent (Choose your shifts)

Benefits:

• Shift premiums for evenings, nights, and weekends of $2 or $3 dollars per hour!
• Incredible clinical experience along with training classes offered for CEUs!
• Paid supervision towards Independent Licensing
• New Competitive Introductory Rates of Pay
• Monthly Student Loan Assistance
• Work with autonomy and as part of team!

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The probate pre-screening team meets with adult clients in the community who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis that are otherwise not seeking treatment voluntarily. Probate pre-screeners are responsible for providing brief mental health screenings, crisis intervention, and appropriate recommendations for care, and service referrals to a diverse population of clients. Pre-screeners will file affidavits with Probate Court when clients meet criteria for involuntary commitment as outlined in Chapter 5122 of the Ohio Revised Code.

POSITIONS SUPERVISED:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides probate pre-screening assessment services for clients in the community to determine whether they meet criteria defined in Chapter 5122 of the Ohio Revised Code.
2. On community referrals where probate criteria are thought to be met, complete necessary documentation for Probate Court and present case to magistrate.
3. Strong and persuasive writing skills, such that affidavits include detailed factual (i.e., concrete & referencing specific actions) information as well as risk-relevant clinical data.
4. Assesses potentially dangerous situations and takes appropriate precautionary measures to assure client/worker safety.
5. Serves as liaison to local hospitals, courts and agencies concerning pre-screening procedures, laws, or problems associated with commitments. As liaison representing Netcare, presents self at all times in a professional manner.
6. Screen and investigate inquiries from community resources (family members, agencies, safety forces) regarding the need and appropriateness of an evaluation. 
7. Consults with clinical leadership to assist in risk management and clinical dispositions in a comprehensive yet succinct manner that respects the time-sensitivity of probate referrals.
8. Assesses and appraises risk from both clinical (i.e., risk of harm to self or other) and administrative (i.e., risk of negative outcome) perspectives.
9. Assist public officials to assess and disposition individuals they feel may have mental health problems in the community.
10. Works collaboratively with other treatment providers, agencies, and client’s supports to assist the client in resolving his/her crisis and avoid involuntary hospitalization when possible.
11. Maintains timely and complete documentation of services and activities, which meet the standards of Netcare and accrediting agencies.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to apply and integrate theory, knowledge, values and practices of social work and/ or counseling professions.
2. Ability to relate to clients with a variety of backgrounds -- including but not limited to parameters of age, race, ethnicity, sex, LGBTQ status, immigration status, economic circumstances, educational level, and legal history.
3. Ability to hear and speak well enough to converse with clients or other employee’s in person or over the telephone for a majority of the time.
4. Ability to effectively engage in problem solving processes.
5. Ability to de-escalate potentially violent clients and physically leave volatile situations in the community that cannot be de-escalated.
6. Exhibits flexibility and ability to manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.
7. Ability to work in alternate locations as assigned.
8. Ability to be fitted for and wear a law enforcement grade protective vest while engaging with clients in the community.
9. Ability to achieve and maintain certification in required training programs.
10. Ability to travel within the community and to client residences where services are performed.
11. Ability to perform duties in a variety of locations requiring physical activities including, but not limited to walking, climbing stairs, carrying work-related materials, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

LSW/LPC; LISW/LPCC Preferred. 2 years Crisis Intervention experience. Auto-insurance meeting the minimum business requirements of $300,000 Combined Single Limit OR specific limits of $300,000 Bodily Injury per Accident/$100,000 Bodily Injury per Person/$100,000 Property Damage with NO EXCLUSION for business use.

Posting Date: ___________ Posting Number: _________

ESSENTIAL CORE COMPETENCIES FOR PROBATE CLINICIAN:

1. Demonstrates DSM-5-TR assessment and diagnostic skills.
2. Exhibits the full range of risk assessment skills necessary for determining need for involuntary civil commitment
3. Understands the importance of gathering collateral information and evaluating it against the backdrop of mental status and known functioning.
4. Ability to think critically and combine wide range of relevant data to develop a risk formulation and communicate it persuasively to Probate Court.
5. Ability to travel within the community where services are performed.
6. Ability to provide effective clinical interventions
7. Ability to accurately and succinctly document clinical interventions.
8. Ability to complete required paperwork in a timely and error-free fashion.
9. Ability to apply risk management and problem-solving techniques to clinical/workplace situations.
10. Ability to engage and de-escalate clients in a professional and effective manner.
11.  Ability to effectively work as a member of a team.
12. Demonstrates broad knowledge of and ability to access community resources on behalf of clients.
13. Ability to adhere to Agency Policies, Procedures and other expectations.
14. Actively seeks opportunities to develop clinical skills.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

*Applicants are considered for all positions in accordance with statutes and regulations concerning non-discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. Netcare is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a substance and tobacco free workplace. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, criminal background investigation and TB test results.'