Counseling Psychologist - Higher Ed. jobs in Chico, CA

 Following a 2022 merger of CNSI and Kepro, Acentra Health combines clinical services, technology solutions, and data analytics to accelerate better health outcomes. This is a great time to join our team of passionate individuals working together to pursue the most effective solutions to today’s complex healthcare challenges. Our culture is fueled by passion and driven by purpose.

Position Overview

Join our team as a (PASRR) Preadmission Screening and Resident Review Clinical Evaluator and be an instrumental force in reshaping healthcare and enriching the lives of patients in our communities.

As a Clinical Evaluator for Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR), you will conduct clinical assessments of individuals experiencing physical or intellectual disabilities, mental illness, or those within the geriatric population. These assessments often take place in a variety of settings, including nursing homes, communities, and hospitals within Redding, CA. As a trusted expert, you will have the autonomy to evaluate their care needs and provide invaluable determinations and recommendations for their ongoing level of care, helping to improve patient's well-being and enhance their quality of life.

This is a Full-Time - Hybrid role that will entail working from your home office while also dedicating a portion of your day to fieldwork, involving travel to patients within your surrounding counties and in proximity to your residence. Must be open to covering the Redding area. All required travel expenses, including mileage and gas, will be fully reimbursed. Embracing this hybrid position offers the best of both worlds.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments, including pre-admission screenings, evaluations, and recommendations, to accurately determine the necessary level of care for patient. Your will significantly contribute to determining the appropriate care needed, ultimately enhancing the overall health and well-being of the patients.
• Leverage your clinical expertise to make accurate diagnoses, taking into account psychological and behavioral complexities.
• Analyze psychological, emotional, behavioral, and physical functioning to formulate well-founded recommendations for the level of care required.
• Ensure strict adherence to essential workflows, including revisiting patient records based on feedback from the doctors and psychiatrist.
• Foster effective collaboration with a diverse range of healthcare professionals, patients, families, and support networks.
• Efficiently prioritize and execute tasks with attention to detail, ensuring optimal outcomes.

Required Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Must have active unrestricted licensure in the state of California: (LCSW), (LMFT), (LPCC), or (Licensed Psychologist).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical evaluations, assessing and diagnosing individuals with mental/psychiatric disorders, intellectual disabilities or related conditions. This includes handling complex differential diagnoses related to substance use, medical conditions, cognitive issues, and dementia,
• Strong communication skills, with a demonstrated capacity to clearly and effectively communicate information to both individuals and groups.
• Exhibit advanced proficiency in utilizing PCs/Computers and Microsoft Office Suites, along with the ability to adeptly navigate through internal software applications, medical databases, manage multiple screens, and conduct data entry efficiently.
• Possess high levels of motivation and organization, with a keen attention to detail, and the capability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Prior experience working with geriatric populations is preffered.

Singularly Focused. Mission Driven.  

Accelerating Better Outcomes is our Mantra! We are mission-driven to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Compensation

The compensation for this role is $84,000 - $88,000 annual salary. Based on our compensation program, an applicant’s position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level. Thank you.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team