Crisis Counselor - PRN

POSITION SUMMARY

PRN Crisis Counselor works collaboratively as part of the Mobile Crisis Response Team, responding to mental health crises in adults and children within St. Clair County during evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Ensure complete crisis assessments are made for all ages using evidence-based tools to determine the appropriate level of care and support needed. Conduct consultations the following business day to ensure proper follow-up services are provided by full-time staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure you/team responds within 60 minutes to the location of a behavioral health crisis to screen an individual's needs and assist the individual in receiving the appropriate level of care.

• Communicate effectively within a team environment to meet the needs of those experiencing behavioral health crises

• Provide complete consultations the next business day to ensure that appropriate follow-up services are provided.

• Completes screenings, assessments, and other necessary clinical documentation.

• Maintain compliance with COA and other regulatory agency requirements.

• Ensure that all documentation is completed timely and accurately.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

• Excellent engagement skills.

• Skill in providing diagnostic, preventive, and/or therapeutic services to individuals.

• Must possess the knowledge, personal qualities, and practice skills to work effectively with professionals in other organizations and from other disciplines and provide services that reflects understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling, social work, or psychology.
2. The ability and willingness to actively participate in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
3. Previous mobile crisis response experience preferred
4. Must be at least 21 years of age
5. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
6. Must possess and maintain proof of insurance.

CARE & TCI

One of the essential job functions of any position within the agency is to align your performance with our overarching philosophy of CARE. All decisions, actions, communication, and performance should align with the six CARE principles (Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship-Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma-Informed). Not only must you complete the CARE training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Every employee must also pass TCI training with a satisfactory grade in written and/or physical testing. All employees must remain current on refresher training that is provided monthly at all locations. You will be tested every 6 months on the physical portion, if applicable to your position. You will be tested annually on the written portion, regardless of your position. If you are not current on your TCI refresher training every six months, you will be required to retake the full course. If you do not pass either test, you may be required to retake the full course. Not only must you complete the TCI training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Location; 62208