Nurse (Mental Health Care Facilitator)

About the Position: This position is located at 87th Medical Group, MTF McGuire, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ This is a Direct Hire Solicitation A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Student Loan repayment may be authorized. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

Perform independent, comprehensive telephone and clinical triaging in the primary care setting, supporting primary care providers in their treatment of patients with mental health conditions.

Facilitate continuity of care through a multidisciplinary approach in the treatment of depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and anxiety disorders in adult beneficiaries.

Monitor patient progress and symptom severity by conducting a structured telephonic interview and using validated tools.

Assist clinic with patient and staff education and provide individual and small group training in order to increase referrals and promote understanding of the role of the mental health care facilitator.

Compile and maintain a variety of data reports, submitting detailed and aggregate program and caseload data reports as needed by program staff.

Recognize and report abnormal test results, changes in symptoms and the need for follow-up.