What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Stabilization Support Worker position at United Counseling Service?
Why Join UCS
For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.
Benefits
UCS Offers Generous Benefits
The Crisis Stabilization Support Worker (CSSW) provides a wide variety of direct client support services to persons admitted into the crisis stabilization facility. CSSW will also assist in basic medical care and be medication trained and then delegated to be able to help check-in admitted client’s medications and help administer those meds while the client is in the program.
Major Responsibilities
DIRECT CLIENT SUPPORT SERVICES: Administration of admissions and discharges once an individual has been accepted into Battelle House. This includes conducting the admission interview and checklist, making sure all forms and releases are signed as well as taking an inventory of personal belongings. While client is admitted the CSSW will provide support and answer questions helping the individual adjust to the house and the program. Assist in helping clients conduct outpatient intakes either in-person or electronically. Along with the Crisis Recovery Specialist, help form and facilitate client groups and morning/evening check-ins.
MEDICAL CARE AND MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION: Provide basic medical care including checking vital signs upon admission/discharge and assisting the UCS nursing and medical staff with other appropriate duties. CSSW will be trained and then medication delegated and assist nursing and medical teams with obtaining and administering medications. This may include helping clients pick up medications.
FACILITY DUTIES: Assist Crisis Recovery Specialist Assistant with cleaning and laundry when needed. Help with creating and preparing nutritious meal options for clients and assisting at mealtimes.
CLIENT IDENTIFICATION AND OUTREACH: Provides outreach services to members of the community in need. Provides protection and advocacy of client rights, whenever possible. Provides persons served and families with referral information and assistance to meet needs not assured by our agency.
AGENCY PARTICIPATION: Works to ensure the highest quality of services throughout the agency by participation in committees, quality assurance activities, and interdepartmental activities.
RECORD KEEPING: Completes clinical and administrative forms in a timely manner for accurate billing, up-to-date clinical records, and appropriate information sharing. Completes all clinical documentation in a professional and timely manner including those required with admissions, discharges, and medication administration.
Required Qualifications
For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.
Benefits
UCS Offers Generous Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities
- Free clinical supervision towards licensure
- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
- Award winning worksite wellness program
- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.
The Crisis Stabilization Support Worker (CSSW) provides a wide variety of direct client support services to persons admitted into the crisis stabilization facility. CSSW will also assist in basic medical care and be medication trained and then delegated to be able to help check-in admitted client’s medications and help administer those meds while the client is in the program.
Major Responsibilities
DIRECT CLIENT SUPPORT SERVICES: Administration of admissions and discharges once an individual has been accepted into Battelle House. This includes conducting the admission interview and checklist, making sure all forms and releases are signed as well as taking an inventory of personal belongings. While client is admitted the CSSW will provide support and answer questions helping the individual adjust to the house and the program. Assist in helping clients conduct outpatient intakes either in-person or electronically. Along with the Crisis Recovery Specialist, help form and facilitate client groups and morning/evening check-ins.
MEDICAL CARE AND MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION: Provide basic medical care including checking vital signs upon admission/discharge and assisting the UCS nursing and medical staff with other appropriate duties. CSSW will be trained and then medication delegated and assist nursing and medical teams with obtaining and administering medications. This may include helping clients pick up medications.
FACILITY DUTIES: Assist Crisis Recovery Specialist Assistant with cleaning and laundry when needed. Help with creating and preparing nutritious meal options for clients and assisting at mealtimes.
CLIENT IDENTIFICATION AND OUTREACH: Provides outreach services to members of the community in need. Provides protection and advocacy of client rights, whenever possible. Provides persons served and families with referral information and assistance to meet needs not assured by our agency.
AGENCY PARTICIPATION: Works to ensure the highest quality of services throughout the agency by participation in committees, quality assurance activities, and interdepartmental activities.
RECORD KEEPING: Completes clinical and administrative forms in a timely manner for accurate billing, up-to-date clinical records, and appropriate information sharing. Completes all clinical documentation in a professional and timely manner including those required with admissions, discharges, and medication administration.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field preferred. A minimum of one years’ experience working directly with individuals with mental health illnesses.
- Eligible to obtain QMHP certification.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Outlook & Documentation Systems
