Wellstone Inc is Hiring a Triage Therapist-WES Full time Near Huntsville, AL
Job Details DescriptionWellStone is North Alabama's most comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider serving over 13,000 persons a year throughout Northern Alabama, with offices in Huntsville and Cullman. We are a non-profit community organization that offers a wide range of services for every phase of life, from children to older adults.In our 24/7 WellStone Emergency Services (WES), the Triage therapist is the first to assess the crisis clients and navigate their initial treatment plan. This position is full-time,2nd shift What We're Looking For
Master’s degree in a mental health discipline
Basic knowledge of working with a broad scope of cliental from varying demographic backgrounds and cultures
Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to acute psychotic clients, as well as, to non-violent crisis intervention practice
Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles
Knowledge of educational methods appropriate to adults with severe and persistent psychiatric disorders
Bilingual in English/Spanish encouraged to apply.
What You'll Be Doing
Conduct intake assessments and crisis screening duties for clients entering the WellStone Emergency Services.
Perform assessments over the phone when needed.
Utilizes assessment data to support a DSM V diagnosis
Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
Effectively collaborates with the treatment team members in the delivery of clinical services
Participates in weekend therapist rotation as needed
Adheres to professional code of ethics
Effectively demonstrates the application of adult specific competencies
May be asked to assist with seclusion and restraint per Center’s policy and procedures
Other duties assigned as needed based on staff and facility needs
Seeks clinical supervision and consultation as needed
Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
Documents in a timely fashion per Center policy
Documents appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments
Treats clients with care, dignity and compassion
Respects client’s privacy and confidentiality
Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
Actively participates in Center committees as required
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner
2nd shift, full-time.
What We Offer
Competitive Medical, dental, and vision prices
State Retirement through RSA plus an optional 457b with a company match
9 paid holidays throughout the year
Ability to continually accrue up to 15 days of PTO a year (unused rolls over)
We care for those impacted by behavioral health disorders, we are committed to one another through collaboration, and we are optimistic problem solvers who do what it takes to get the job done. We look forward to having you on the WellStone team.