What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Transition - Daytime Crisis Specialist - Full-time or Part-time position at Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care?
SIGNING BONUS $1500/$3000/$5000
Bachelor level: $23.17 - $29.92
Master level: $26.83 - $34.93
Fully Licensed: $30.25 - $39.95
Full-time or Part-time
About Us:
As a non-profit organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!
Role Overview:
The Care Transitions/Daytime Crisis Specialist Hybrid will be responsible for coordinating hospital referrals for LRO monitoring. They will monitor and provide services for individuals on less restrictive orders (LROs) to support increase engagement in outpatient services with a focus on reducing or preventing more acute illnesses, re-hospitalizations, and other emergency medical or crisis responses. The Care Transitions/Daytime Crisis Specialist Hybrid will also answer the daytime crisis phone line and respond to crisis calls. This position will include both engagement and crisis outreach to clients on LROs and/or who have been identified as in crisis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in continuity of care and discharge planning with hospitals (emergency departments, inpatient psychiatric, etc.), Valley Cities care team, DCRs, and other community partners to ensure continuity of care and support treatment goals.
- Monitor and provide services for individuals who have been conditionally released from psychiatric hospitalization into outpatient services.
- Provide telephonic crisis support services including risk assessment, stabilization, and referral.
- Provide outreach services as needed to improve engagement and/or assess for danger to self, danger to others, and grave disability.
- Demonstrate clinical proficiency in evaluating individuals for danger to self, danger to others, and grave disability.
- Demonstrate clinical proficiency in assisting individuals with safety planning.
- Use clinical judgement and de-escalation skills when working with individuals who may be in distress or experiencing a crisis.
- Utilize a person-centered approach when delivering services.
- Assist in identifying and linking individuals to appropriate community-based services and supports (primary care, mental health and/or substance abuse treatment, housing, financial benefits, etc.).
- Collaborate with other clinical staff to identify and support the client’s goals.
What We're Looking For:
Education:
- Associates degree or higher in social or behavioral sciences required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
Experience:
- Working with individuals with multi-system involvement and requiring intensive support
- Crisis assessment and response
- Safety planning over the phone and in-person
- Experience working in hospital and/or jail settings (preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of community resources.
- Knowledge regarding the ITA process.
- Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of professionals.
- Ability to employ person-centered, culturally relevant approaches that address individualized needs and goals of the client.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
- 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays
- $450/year for training/professional development
- Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure
- Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A positive and collaborative work environment.
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees/clients.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions, we would love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.
Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board!
Schedule:
For a Care Transition – Daytime Crisis Specialist at Valley Cities Behavioral Health, the position is dynamic, providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.
We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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