FMHF Admissions Supervisor

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as the FMHF Admissions Supervisor at the Montana State Hospital.

The Montana State Hospital (MSH) in Warm Springs provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with serious mental illness. MSH is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana that serves people admitted from communities across the state.

The FMHF Admissions Supervisor coordinates care between the Forensic Mental Health Facility (FMHF) and the community, ensuring hospital staff is provided with accurate, timely information about patients admitted for services. The Admissions Supervisor is responsible for coordinating admissions, evaluations, court proceedings, and discharge of patients at FMHF. This position also serves as the immediate supervisor for Ward Clerks.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Extensive knowledge of professional, ethical, and evidence-based standards of practice for healthcare professionals in different disciplines and for operation of a healthcare facility.

• Extensive knowledge and skills in the application of social work techniques and principles in a forensic psychiatric setting.

• Strong knowledge of court processes as they relate to forensic mental health population.

• Ability to review and apply statutes, administrative rules, and hospital policies in actual situations.

• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with staff, administration, patients, family, and other mental health providers.

• Effective interviewing and information gathering techniques.

• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work.

· Meet minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or directly related healthcare field required.

  • Relevant and recent (within 5 years) experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

• 2 years experience working in a mental health psychiatric or social service support setting required.

• 1 year working in a forensic mental health setting preferred.

• 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website.

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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