St. John's Riverside Hospital
Location
Yonkers, NY | United States
Job description
St. John's Riverside Hospita l is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.
St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.
St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.
Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong
Responsible for development, coordination, and implementation of service development programs for Behavioral Health Services (BHS).
Screening of actual/potential clients for Behavioral Health Services (BHS). Collaborate with referral sources to enhance access to service line.
Learn to identify community needs and service gaps in Westchester, Dutchess, Putnam Counties and the NYC Metropolitan area. Collaborate with Marketing and BHS Leadership to develop strategic plans to address same.
Collaborate with Marketing and BHS Leadership to address opportunities for improved service provisions.
Cultivate relationships with actual/potential referents with a focus on expansion of BHS.
Learn to participate in community-based opportunities to promote health, education and prevention activities to referral sources and consumers. This may include, but is not limited to: health fairs, committees, educational programs, etc. and may include presentations.
Conduct outreach to all potential/actual referents and consumers to increase awareness of services offered, enhance use of services and resolve any concerns raised.
Provide transportation to consumers for access to BHS.
Positive representation of SJRH in performance, demeanor, appearance so as to promote services.
Provide referent and other reports as requested.
Adherence to SJRH Policy regarding attendance.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
High School Diploma or Associate Degree in Human Services and/or CASAC preferred.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with chemically dependent/behavioral health population.
Familiarity with the continuum of behavioral health care and treatment provider system in Westchester, Dutchess, Putnam Counties and NYC Metropolitan area.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, advocate and negotiate.
Spanish speaking a plus
Knowledge of E paces, screening procedures and insurances is vital
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