Nursing Services

Qualifications

Must possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social or behavioral health. Person must have police and DHS clearance. Must have a minimum of one-year experience in quality, including but not limited to auditing, monitoring, reporting, etc., preferably in community mental health or managed care setting. Additional requirements include: strong interpersonal skills; establishing rapport and ability to develop relationships with team members and external stakeholders; demonstrated written and verbal skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying complex or technical information in a manner that others can understand; strong organizational and time management skills as well as multitasking abilities; ability to perform in a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment; ability to effectively prioritize and organize one’s own work to meet deadlines; high level of confidence, professionalism and proactive decision-making skills; demonstrated Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative. Preference for candidates with CARF experience as well as licensure in the State of Michigan in good standing and ability to achieve the criteria for a Children’s Mental Health Specialist, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional and Qualified Mental Health Professional within 60 days of hire.

Position Summary

The Quality Specialist is responsible for monitoring, evaluating and educating the PsyGenics team to meet contract standards and ensure high quality services are delivered to our members by trained and competent staff. The position also requires providing education and coaching to PsyGenics team members regarding performance expectations for service provision and delivery, safety standards and other training related to best practice.

Specific Responsibilities

• Perform and document quarterly and annual audits as directed by funding source to ensure ongoing conformance to required standards and identification of areas for performance improvement.
  • Includes but is not limited to chart reviews, Medicaid claims, Adverse Benefit Determination audits, program specific reviews, electronic data validation reviews, etc.
• Ensure readiness for regular site reviews by funder including but not limited to Customer Service, Recipient Rights, and Quality teams.
• Complete and submit corrective action plans if required.
• Coordinate with PsyGenics Medical Director to ensure completion of Physician Peer Reviews monthly.
• Oversee incident report module, review incident reports, and report on incidents monthly.
• Review critical and sentinel events and send to case managers and supervisors at least monthly
• Assist with root cause analysis completion
• Track and trend critical events, sentinel events and root cause analyses
• Conduct the Safety Committee Meeting monthly
• Monitor Performance Indicators 2, 3, 4, and 10 and coordinate with leadership and funder as needed for follow up
• Train staff on quality assurance, health and safety, and HIPAA/Privacy standards as needed
• Conduct analysis and develop quality-related reports for leadership including data analysis on all auditing, monitoring, and related quality activities
• Participate in monthly PsyGenics Quality Improvement Committee
• Attend meetings with our funder including but not limited to monthly Quality Operations Meeting, Performance Indicator workgroup, Customer Service Meeting
• Assists in ongoing accreditation activities for CARF compliance
• Follow PsyGenics, Inc. professional code of conduct
• Represent PsyGenics, Inc. in the community
• Maintain all required licenses and credentials
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or

ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts, perform general mathematics.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, payroll systems, internet software, and electronic health records.

Education/Experience:

Minimum bachelor’s or master’s degree from four-year college or university; and one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Vision:

See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment. Must be able to complete essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications

Must possess a master’s degree in social or behavioral health, be fully licensed* in the State of Michigan in good standing as well as meet the criteria for a Children’s Mental Health Specialist, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional and Qualified Mental Health Professional.    Person must have police and DHS clearance.  Must have a minimum of one-year post graduate experience working with children and adults with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities or Mental Health Issues.  Additional requirements include: a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families, the ability to engage and maintain clinical relationships with families, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers, effective interpersonal communication skills, the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.

Position Summary

The Case Manager is responsible for ensuring all service needs of a consumer are met by providing linking, coordinating, advocacy, negotiating and referral services.  The Case Manager is responsible for the assurance of a Person Centered Plan as well as the monitoring of the established goals and the implementation of various treatment plans.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develops an individualized plan of service based on the comprehensive assessment which includes goals established by all appropriate disciplines
• Acts as the Chairperson of the multidisciplinary team
• Conducts self audits as well as peer audits
• Must be knowledgeable in the Mental Health Code and Medicaid guidelines as well as billing protocols and procedures
• Coordinates and completes all necessary referrals on behalf of client
• Monitor all services provided on behalf of client
• Monitor satisfaction with services
• Provide resource development in an attempt to reduce the amount of service gaps
• Develop and maintain written records necessary for professional practice as defined in the procedural manual
• Provide outreach services to individuals and their families in their respective locales and/or homes as appropriate to their unit’s function
• Provide community education services as assigned
• Participate in clinical supervision, team meetings and case consultations
• Obtain all prior authorizations and applicable coordination of care
• Follow PsyGenics, Inc. professional code of conduct
• Represent PsyGenics, Inc. in the community, at DWIHN meetings, and other events as required
• Productivity of 50% or greater is expected
• Maintain ongoing training requirements pursuant to the role including but not limited to CAFAS, and all trainings required to maintain credentials of QMHP, QIDP and CMHP
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned

*Limited Licensed professionals may also function in this role with the understanding that they must maintain ongoing supervision until such time as they receive full licensure.  If appropriately licensed staff are available and able, PsyGenics will assist with supervision. In lieu of in-house supervision, Limited Licensed professionals may also choose to provide documentation of ongoing outside supervision on a quarterly basis until such time as they receive full licensure.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts, perform general mathematics.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, payroll systems, internet software, and electronic health records.

Education/Experience:

Minimum Master’s degree (M. A. / M. S.) from four-year college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications

Must possess and retain a current license as a Registered Occupational Therapist in the State of Michigan.  At least one year relevant experience with persons with a developmental disability is preferred, however will consider new graduates. Must also have FIA and Police clearance.  Additional requirements include: a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families, the ability to engage and maintain clinical relationships with families, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers, effective interpersonal communication skills, the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.

Position Summary

The Occupational therapist, in compliance with agency policy and procedures, is responsible for providing direct services to clients diagnosed with a Developmental Disability. Must also complete evaluations, recommendations, as well as develop treatment goals and service plans.  Therapist is also responsible for periodic reviews and all documentation pertinent to discipline as well as requested by the Supports Coordinator.  Also must provide community education, consultation with other interdisciplinary team members and respond to consumer service requests. Regular working hours are to be determined based on the needs of the consumers and of the program and may include some evenings and occasional weekends.  Typical business hours are 8:30am-5:00pm.

Specific Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough occupational therapy assessments/evaluations in compliance with agency and Medicaid Standards
• Design client treatment plans that are based on clients’ needs and the least restrictive treatment services.
• Develop measurable and objective goals that directly reflect the PCP assessment.
• Function as a member of the I-team to determine the least restrictive type and scope of treatment.
• Provide consultation and training to other staff as requested.
• Provide community education, consultation with other interdisciplinary team members
• Respond to consumer service requests
• Develop and maintain written records necessary for professional practice as defined in the procedural manual.
• Train and supervise students, volunteers as directed.
• Complete necessary equipment and home modification requests in accordance with program guidelines.
• Must complete 24 hours of program and/or position specific training on an annual basis and must maintain active crendentials of QIDP, CMHP, QMHP.
• Productivity of 65% or greater is expected
• Fieldwork is required
• Provide treatment/interventions based on consumer needs such as in clinic, in home or via telemedicine when deemed appropriate by DWIHN
• Attend DWIHN meetings, court appearances, and other required meetings
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, payroll systems, internet software, and electronic health records.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (B. A. / B. S.) from four-year college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications

Must possess a master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university.  Applicant must also have a TLLP*, LLP* or LP in Psychology with the State of Michigan in good standing.  Must have police and DHS clearance.  Person must possess experience with persons with developmental disabilities and/or experience with persons with a Traumatic Brain Injury. Must meet criteria for appropriate credentialing as a Children’s Mental Health Professional, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional and a Qualified Mental Health Professional. Additional requirements include: a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families, the ability to engage and maintain clinical relationships with families, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers, effective interpersonal communication skills, the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.

Position Summary

The Psychologist is responsible for psychological evaluations of consumers including administration and the interpretation of psychometric instruments while providing direct services to agency consumers. The psychologist is also responsible for the development of measurable and objective treatment goals and plans in accordance with Person Centered Planning, thorough assessments, individual counseling, parent training, family training, behavior modifications plans, and crisis intervention.  The Psychologist must also participate as an active member of the Behavior Treatment Committee and maintain all requirements of said committee.

Specific Responsibilities

• Administer psychological evaluations of consumers, interpret and create written report
• Provide consultation to staff regarding consumer, treatment plan, environmental considerations as well all applicable considerations
• Provide direct therapeutic counseling and intervention to individuals and families
• Conduct staff in-services specific to consumer served to assigned direct care staff
• Monitor implementation of treatment plan by I-team members, consumer and family
• Obtain, analyze and evaluate significant data to develop service plans and construct programs utilizing a combination of treatment modalities and skills
• Provide support services to individuals and families
• Develop and maintain written records necessary for professional practice as defined in the policy and procedural manual.
• Represent PsyGenics Inc. in the community
• Conduct community outreach and education

• Act as an advocate on behalf of consumer
• Complete guardianship process and testify in court
• Productivity of 60% or greater is expected
• Conduct self-audits as well as peer audits
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned

*Limited Licensed professionals may also function in this role with the understanding that they must maintain ongoing supervision until such time as they receive full licensure.  If appropriately licensed staff are available and able, PsyGenics will assist with supervision. In lieu of in-house supervision, Limited Licensed professionals may also choose to provide documentation of ongoing outside supervision on a quarterly basis until such time as they receive full licensure. 

Additional Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts, perform general mathematics.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, payroll systems, internet software, and electronic health records.

Education/Experience: Minimum Master’s degree (M. A. / M. S.) from an accredited college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Vision:

See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment. Must be able to complete essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications

Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Speech and Language pathology as well as certification in the State of Michigan in good standing.  Must also possess one year of relevant experience with persons with developmental disabilities and/or persons with a Traumatic Brain Injury.  Must meet eligibility criteria as a Children’s Mental Health Professional, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional and a Qualified Mental Health Professional.  Additional requirements include: a nonjudgmental approach that reflects cultural competency and sensitivity to the unique needs and diverse experiences of individual families, the ability to engage and maintain clinical relationships with families, the ability to develop collaborative relationships with other providers, effective interpersonal communication skills, the ability to assess and intervene within complex family and community systems, and a willingness to be flexible, patient and creative.

Position Summary

The position of Speech and Language Pathologist is responsible for providing direct services to consumers.  Must also complete comprehensive evaluations, recommendations as well as develop objective and measurable treatment goals and service plans.  Therapist is also responsible for periodic reviews and all documentation surrounding discipline.  Provide community education, consultation with other interdisciplinary Team members and respond to consumer service requests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough speech therapy assessments/evaluations in compliance with Agency and Medicaid Standards
• Design consumer treatment plans that are based on clients needs and the least restrictive treatment services
• Develop measurable and objective goals that directly reflect the comprehensive assessment
• Function as a member of the multidisciplinary team to determine the least restrictive type and scope of treatment
• Complete and ensure all prior authorizations are obtained and coordination of care is complete
• Conduct Periodic Status Reviews as well as Addendums as deemed clinically appropriate and medically necessary
• Provide consultation and training to other staff as requested
• Develop and maintain written records necessary for professional practice as defined in the procedural manual
• Train and supervise students, volunteers as directed
• Engage in community education and outreach
• Represent PsyGenics Inc. in the community
• Conduct self and peer audits
• Provide required services in the field
• Conduct self and peer audits
• Provide required services in the field
• Provide treatment/interventions based on consumer needs such as in clinic, in home or via telemedicine when deemed appropriate by DWIHN
• Productivity of 65% or greater is expected with session documentation completed within 24 hours of providing service
• Attend DWIHN meetings, court appearances, and other required meetings
• Perform similar or related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, accounting software, payroll systems, internet software, and electronic health records.

Education/Experience:

Master’s degree (M. A. / M. S.) from four-year college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.