Cambridge Health Alliance
Family Care Partner
Cambridge Health Alliance, Cambridge, Massachusetts, us, 02140
Location:
CHA Cambridge Hospital Work Days:
8:30-5 (some variation) Category:
Human and Social Services Department:
Pediatric Office Practice Cambridge Job Type:
Full time Work Shift:
Day Hours/Week:
40.00 Union Name:
Union of Social Workers Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a leader in Primary Care, supporting a highly diverse population across the Boston metro-north region. Today, CHA serves more than 120,000 primary care patients during more than 300,000 annual visits. Services are available at 13 primary care centers, 3 teen health centers, via telehealth, and through some special programs right in patient homes. As a member of CHA Primary Care, you will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation. The Family Care Partner (FCP) brings a key family perspective to clinical teams providing child and adolescent mental health integrated care (CAMHI), facilitating critical information sharing and care. This two-way process enhances engagement between parents and clinicians, so that children and youth are more likely to receive needed mental health services. Responsibilities: Identify support services for children and families based on the CAMHI team's evaluation of the child's needs. Coordinate resource information, service recommendations and appropriate care through effective communication with the integrated clinical team, family, PCP, school administrators/personnel and external providers. Attend regular meetings with physicians and other staff at the clinic to hear their concerns on behalf of families who may have missed an appointment, not connected with a referral, or who are otherwise at-risk. Assist with parent communication during Initial Child Mental Health Consultation visits at Pediatric Clinic, as well as any follow-up episodes. Follow-up with identified families at the clinic or in other community settings as clinically appropriate at the request of the clinical team. Track and follow up on referrals to ensure families are connected with services. Clearly and effectively communicate information to the CAMHI team (and document in the EMR). Utilize a population registry to provide outreach, coordinate care, and systematically review the caseload with clinical team members. Engage in systematic screening of children and adolescents for mental, behavioral and developmental health conditions. Use a variety of educational materials, brief intervention techniques, and community resources to engage patients and support families in coping with mental health symptoms. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and standardized data on all patients. Engage in program development activities as needed. Identify and report suspected abuse or neglect of minors to DCF. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education:
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, health education, psychology, public health, behavioral health or other health-related field. Work Experience:
Minimum 2 years in relevant setting (health care, behavioral health, or community organizations). Related experience advocating for children and families and collaborating with clinicians and/or other professionals. Strong knowledge of child mental health treatment and resource options. In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination.
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CHA Cambridge Hospital Work Days:
8:30-5 (some variation) Category:
Human and Social Services Department:
Pediatric Office Practice Cambridge Job Type:
Full time Work Shift:
Day Hours/Week:
40.00 Union Name:
Union of Social Workers Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is a leader in Primary Care, supporting a highly diverse population across the Boston metro-north region. Today, CHA serves more than 120,000 primary care patients during more than 300,000 annual visits. Services are available at 13 primary care centers, 3 teen health centers, via telehealth, and through some special programs right in patient homes. As a member of CHA Primary Care, you will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation. The Family Care Partner (FCP) brings a key family perspective to clinical teams providing child and adolescent mental health integrated care (CAMHI), facilitating critical information sharing and care. This two-way process enhances engagement between parents and clinicians, so that children and youth are more likely to receive needed mental health services. Responsibilities: Identify support services for children and families based on the CAMHI team's evaluation of the child's needs. Coordinate resource information, service recommendations and appropriate care through effective communication with the integrated clinical team, family, PCP, school administrators/personnel and external providers. Attend regular meetings with physicians and other staff at the clinic to hear their concerns on behalf of families who may have missed an appointment, not connected with a referral, or who are otherwise at-risk. Assist with parent communication during Initial Child Mental Health Consultation visits at Pediatric Clinic, as well as any follow-up episodes. Follow-up with identified families at the clinic or in other community settings as clinically appropriate at the request of the clinical team. Track and follow up on referrals to ensure families are connected with services. Clearly and effectively communicate information to the CAMHI team (and document in the EMR). Utilize a population registry to provide outreach, coordinate care, and systematically review the caseload with clinical team members. Engage in systematic screening of children and adolescents for mental, behavioral and developmental health conditions. Use a variety of educational materials, brief intervention techniques, and community resources to engage patients and support families in coping with mental health symptoms. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and standardized data on all patients. Engage in program development activities as needed. Identify and report suspected abuse or neglect of minors to DCF. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education:
Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, health education, psychology, public health, behavioral health or other health-related field. Work Experience:
Minimum 2 years in relevant setting (health care, behavioral health, or community organizations). Related experience advocating for children and families and collaborating with clinicians and/or other professionals. Strong knowledge of child mental health treatment and resource options. In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination.
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