Adolescent Mental Health Support & Travel Guide at Flourish Health

Charleston, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

62000.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Relationship Building, Humility, Adaptability, Resourcefulness, Organizational Skills, Self-Awareness, Feedback Reception, Technology Comfort, Patient Centered Approach, Strengths-Based Approach, Trauma-Responsive Approach, Care Coordination, Mental Health Advocacy, Driving, De-escalation

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Flourish Health – Charleston, WV www.flourish.health About Flourish Are you eager to work with underserved populations that do not traditionally have access to world-class care? Then you may have stumbled upon the right role for you! About the Role We are looking for a full-time Adolescent Mental Health Support Guide to provide in-person and remote support to our patients and their families. Our patients are teens and young adults living with serious mental illness who could use mentorship and companionship as they receive treatment from an integrated team of clinicians. This role will primarily provide coverage for other Mental Health Guides as needed. You will be the front-line relationship with the patient and connect them with the clinical team when appropriate. You will be providing support both in person (traveling to the patient’s home or community to provide direct support) and through app-based messaging or virtual visits. We see Guides as vital to the team’s success, and are building this role to be a sustainable, long-term career. What We Really Care About Highly relational individual with strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with people of varying backgrounds and lived experiences from a position of non-judgment & respect Strong commitment to working from a position of humility, respecting the patient/families as the expert in their own lives Adaptable to changing workflows as the clinic grows Resourceful individual who can think quickly, navigate ambiguity, and learn while doing Strong organizational skills and attention to a high level of detail Self-awareness and demonstrated commitment to self-care; access to/willingness to access a community of support and/or resources that promotes longevity in the role Willingness to give and receive feedback as part of cross-functional multidisciplinary team; we believe compassionate and direct feedback builds team trust and promotes a high quality of service Comfort with technology; willingness to learn to use technical tools as part of the company’s internal and external communications and operations processes Some of the Responsibilities Frequent travel to patients’ homes to support their engagement with our virtual clinic, on average 3–4 days of travel per week to patients living within your geographical region. Willingness to drive long distances if needed, including travel that may require an overnight stay when travel exceeds 4 hours of one-way driving. Provide coverage for Mental Health Guides as needed; responsibilities below: Establish and maintain trusted relationships with Flourish Health patients/families utilizing a patient centered, strengths-based, and trauma-responsive approach Understand that as a growing clinic, there will be workflow changes and take changes in stride with adaptability, being able to prioritize and reprioritize when things change Be a steadfast, caring, and non-judgmental presence, walking alongside patients/families as they live with a serious mental health condition while navigating life’s everyday challenges Co-develop and support adherence to individualized care/engagement plans that support each patient’s self-identified needs and goals Utilize app-based messaging and phone calls as primary means of engagement to meet patient and family member needs Identify needs and provide mental health advocacy for patients in a variety of areas, such as school or work Be an active participant in a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, doctors, and advocates supporting each patient and family; lead care coordination to include scheduling and communication for clinical appointments Act as a conduit to a patients’s full care team; proactively identify needs for additional support and/or resources, and facilitate connection to the appropriate care team provider Maintain a working vehicle in order to provide quality patient care through in-home visits. Please note that the role and responsibilities may evolve over time with our clinical model. Requirements This position is open to individuals with Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees. 3-5 years of experience in a relevant field required Bonus points (and we truly mean bonus, don’t let this deter you from applying) if you have demonstrated experience or interest working with: people with serious mental illness adolescents, young adults, and/or families underserved communities with complex family situations or if you have bilingual, Spanish and English speaking abilities Reliable motor vehicle, active driver’s license, and valid auto insurance for in-person visits Must be 18 years of age or older. Schedule: Guides will have direct care time as well as protected non-direct care collaboration with the care team and other administrative tasks. Candidates must be available to work the following schedule: Mondays: Variable hours depending on in-person visit travel Tuesdays: 12:30pm–9:00pm ET (providing guiding coverage or traveling for in-person visits) Wednesdays: Variable hours depending on in-person visit travel Thursdays: 12:30pm–9:00pm ET (providing guiding coverage or traveling for in-person visits) Fridays: 12:30pm–9:00pm ET (providing guiding coverage or traveling for in-person visits) Salary: $54,000-62,000 Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) matching to help you plan for the future Paid Time off Compliance: For Medicaid and state law compliance, guides are required to have the following as you will be doing in person visits. Flourish health will support the cost of the following: Vaccines up to date per CDC guidelines for COVID-19 and Influenza CPR/First Aid certification up to date Tuberculosis screening within 30 days of employment Training in Therapeutic Options of Virginia (TOVA) methodology to safely de-escalate situations Background search submitted to DBHDS Central registry search submitted The Right Person: The right person (you!) cares deeply about improving outcomes and quality of life for individuals with serious mental health conditions and their families. If that resonates, we encourage you to apply, whether you check all the boxes or not. We’re focused on cultivating a community of people who can grow with us, and you might be the person we’re looking for, even if you don’t realize it yet. Notably, we encourage those with lived experience, and members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ-identifying people, veterans, and differently abled individuals. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (optional). If you need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO statement Flourish Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We embrace diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, as we believe that our differences make us stronger and more innovative. Our dedication to inclusivity is the foundation of our work culture, where everyone is valued, respected, and has an equal opportunity to thrive. E-Verify Flourish Health participates in E-Verify. As an employer, we comply with federal law by verifying the identity and employment eligibility of all individuals hired to work in the United States

Responsibilities

The guide will establish and maintain trusted relationships with patients and families using a patient-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-responsive approach while co-developing and supporting adherence to individualized care plans. Responsibilities also include frequent travel to homes, providing coverage for other guides, acting as a conduit to the full care team, and leading care coordination.