What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Inter Stab Specialist position at Valley HealthCare System?
Valley HealthCare System is a Comprehensive Community Mental Health Center that offers services in the north central West Virginia region for mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are currently seeking a Crisis Intervention Specialist/Crisis Stabilization Specialist (CIS/CSS) to work in our Crisis Residential Unit—a facility for adults with mental health and substance use disorders experiencing acute crisis and severe psychiatric symptoms. To meet the minimum qualifications for this position one must have a Bachelor’s degree in a human service field.
The CIS/CSS position is a dual role assisting on Valley’s Crisis Residential Unit, as well as operating multiple functions of the Crisis Hotline, including mental health hygiene petitions. This position includes advocating for clients, processing referrals for continued treatment, and collaborating with our treatment team to provide quality care for our clients. The ideal applicant for this position is one who is compassionate, attentive, and goal-oriented. This individual must be flexible as they work in a fast-paced, high-intensity environment.
This is an exciting opportunity as we prepare for the grand opening of our 16-bed Crisis Unit in Fairmont. Both full-time and part-time positions are available for the CIS/CSS position, with a sign-on bonus of up to $1500 being offered for part-time and $2500 offered for full-time. Both full-time and part-time CIS/CSS positions come with competitive benefits for those who qualify.