Crisis Specialist CCBHC

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

Responsible for providing face to face, phone, and telehealth crisis response and assessment services to those individuals who are experiencing any mental health crisis. Provides support and linkage to other area resources with follow up services to individuals in crisis and their families. Represents Centerstone in a professional manner when interacting with external entities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide coverage of crisis service beyond scheduled work hour/shifts and as assigned by crisis service supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records of all contacts and enter all data in a timely manner.
• Client’s follow-up needs are documented for Team follow-up.
• Deescalates crisis situations as needed.
• Thorough assessment of risk of harm to self or others is clearly documented and plan to assure safety is thorough and feasible.
• Make appropriate referrals for least restrictive treatment possible to ensure psychiatric needs are being met as evidenced by documentation.
• Clinician makes every effort to respond to calls promptly.
• Creates an atmosphere of cooperation with Centerstone departments, community agencies, mental health consumers, and the public at large.
• Attend all team meetings, clinical supervision and completes online trainings as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in the utilization of Centerstone programs and other community resources.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention skills.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level

Bachelor's degree required. Equivalent education/experience can be substituted for education requirement upon approval.

Years of Experience

N/A

Certification/Licensure

N/A

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$21.20--$29.70

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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