Project COPE Crisis/Outreach Worker

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

Position Summary: Provides outreach services including group counseling, individual counseling, case management, and crisis intervention services to community members. Services are facilitated in office and locally within the field, in schools and community organizations. Must be highly motivated, organized, self-directed, and have good time management. Requires strong communication and rapport building skills.

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. One year related work experience preferred. Knowledge of local community resources. Valid Driver's License with a good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in mental health, community outreach, or academic settings.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of local community resources and the school system. Highly motivated, self-directed, excellent time management and excellent communication skills a must. Ability to learn and utilize computer systems.

Essential Functions/Job Duties

• Reports to work as scheduled on a daily basis to facilitate the development of therapeutic relationships with clients and to facilitate consistent client services.
• Provide knowledge and increase awareness regarding trauma and catastrophic event impacts.
• Educate the community about treatment programs and services for individuals/families effected by catastrophic events.
• Educate the community about safety needs and available resources prior to and following natural disasters.
• Establish working relationships with other community providers to strengthen the program.
• Document and maintain records of contacts, sessions, and presentations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  
  

Work Environment/Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in varying environments. The employee may be located in office, remote, or within the community. Crisis/Outreach workers are involved with individuals and families, as well as other working professionals. The employee is required to sit, stand, walk, carry up to 10 pounds, and drive. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. The employee is required to be able to hear and communicate verbally.

Position Type, Expected Hours of Work and Travel: This is a full time, 40-hour position. Work schedule is Monday – Friday, with hours and days varying by event, worksite location, and community resource schedules. Some weekend and evenings as necessary. Local travel and commute required.

Hourly Pay Range

$20.37 - $21.37

Time Type

Full time

Benefits

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

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.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.