Description

StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a full time Co-Responder to join its outstanding Mobile Crisis Outreach Team supporting people in crisis with the Lubbock Police Department as part of a two-team unit Crisis Intervention Team Officer. This is a field-based position.

Responsibilities:

• Providing crisis assessment/intervention and ANSA/CANS Assessments for adults, adolescents, and children.
• Providing appropriate recommendations for hospitalization, 23 hour Extended Observation, referrals to crisis services, and assisting with linkage to community resources.
• Providing follow-up services to individuals as clinically indicated.
• Completing all required documentation within established timeframes.
• Attending meetings and trainings as necessary/required.
• Assisting supervisor and other Center staff with special assignments and/or projects.

Essential Duties:

• This position works directly with the Lubbock Police Department to respond to and provide intervention services to people experiencing crises. 

Schedule: This is a full-time/non-exempt position scheduled Tuesday - Friday, in 10-hour shifts from 1pm to 11pm, with flexibility to meet the needs of the department.

Benefit Package: StarCare offers an expansive benefit package including, but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, 401k with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with major course work in a Human Services field (Human Development/Family Studies, Psychology, Sociology, etc) with two (2) years full-time experience in a related field

OR

• a Master’s Degree in a Human Service related field with applicable licensure to include: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Crisis Experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish), preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-hire drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have a Texas driver's license and be insurable under the Agency's insurance.
• Local travel, with mileage reimbursement, may be needed.

WHY CHOOSE STARCARE?

Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:

1. Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
2. Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a diverse array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
3. Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
4. Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
5. Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System, your work is not a job. It's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!

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