Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
Crisis Triage Specialist PRN (57460)
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
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Crisis Triage Specialist PRN (57460)
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Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery provided pay range This range is provided by Aurora Mental Health & Recovery. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $22.04/hr - $33.07/hr
Schedule Position is fully onsite. Available schedules listed:
Day: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Overnight: 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
Swing Shift: 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Shift Differential Pay The swing shift differential is paid from 3 pm to 11 pm and the overnight shift differential is paid 11 pm - 7 am.
Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $1.00/hour
Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour
Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour
Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $2.50/hour
Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $3.50/hour
Salary for this role Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.
$22.04 - $33.07
Essential Functions
Act as the first clinical contact for walk-in clients. Greet client and support completion of initial paperwork.
Assess the client using the CSSRS Safe-T criteria. Ask brief evaluation questions and consult with the Crisis Therapist for next steps.
In instances when the client qualifies for a full crisis assessment evaluation by the Crisis Therapist, provide referrals and/or resources, or assist in placement to the CSU or to other higher level of care options.
In instances when the client does not qualify for a full evaluation by the Crisis Therapist, the CTS will complete the client’s treatment at the WIC by providing referrals and/or resources to client.
Maintain the flow and response to faxed in referrals from other community partners, including gathering faxed in referrals, passing referrals to available Crisis Therapists for timely review, and, when appropriate, responding to the outside partner for feedback after a determination of placement.
Monitor activity of all clients in the WIC, maintaining the calm atmosphere of the waiting area.
Develop and maintain a daily safe therapeutic environment and support other team members in the WIC.
Completes all necessary paperwork in a timely and comprehensive manner to establish accurate acute care clinical records. Keep all appropriate documentation for clinical accountability and reimbursement.
Engage in weekly individual, team, and group supervision as required by program manager. Engage in mandatory all-staff meetings for the full team of crisis services as required by the program manager.
Assist in immediate clinical response to clients including de-escalation, connection to medical help, and providing comfort items such as snacks, water, blankets, etc.
Participate in other clinical and administrative activities as appropriate.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in behavioral healthcare, human services, social work, or a related field is required.
Previous experience with community-based services and supports in the service area is required.
Previous experience working in office-based settings with vulnerable populations of diverse cultures and ethnicities.
Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Bilingual preferred.
Able to maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual-relationships, and professional stature.
Highly organized, self-motivated, reliable, and flexible (including willingness to work non-traditional hours, including at least one evening).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work with a diverse population.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities, be detail oriented, and demonstrate efficient use of time.
Strong computer skills, with experience using programs within Microsoft Office, to include Word, Outlook, Excel.
Ability to remain calm while interacting with staff, clients, and community members, especially with individuals with a behavioral health diagnosis, who can be challenging in person or via phone.
Ability to be flexible with the business needs of the agency and adapt to a consistently changing, fast-paced environment.
Required Vaccination And TB Test All employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.
Benefits
Accrued Sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Our Mission Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well‑being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Mental Health Care
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Crisis Triage Specialist PRN (57460)
role at
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery provided pay range This range is provided by Aurora Mental Health & Recovery. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $22.04/hr - $33.07/hr
Schedule Position is fully onsite. Available schedules listed:
Day: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Overnight: 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
Swing Shift: 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Shift Differential Pay The swing shift differential is paid from 3 pm to 11 pm and the overnight shift differential is paid 11 pm - 7 am.
Day Weekend (Sat, Sun): $1.00/hour
Swing Weekday (Mon-Thurs): $1.25/hour
Swing Weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun): $1.75/hour
Overnight Weekday (Monday - Thursday): $2.50/hour
Overnight Weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday): $3.50/hour
Salary for this role Starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.
$22.04 - $33.07
Essential Functions
Act as the first clinical contact for walk-in clients. Greet client and support completion of initial paperwork.
Assess the client using the CSSRS Safe-T criteria. Ask brief evaluation questions and consult with the Crisis Therapist for next steps.
In instances when the client qualifies for a full crisis assessment evaluation by the Crisis Therapist, provide referrals and/or resources, or assist in placement to the CSU or to other higher level of care options.
In instances when the client does not qualify for a full evaluation by the Crisis Therapist, the CTS will complete the client’s treatment at the WIC by providing referrals and/or resources to client.
Maintain the flow and response to faxed in referrals from other community partners, including gathering faxed in referrals, passing referrals to available Crisis Therapists for timely review, and, when appropriate, responding to the outside partner for feedback after a determination of placement.
Monitor activity of all clients in the WIC, maintaining the calm atmosphere of the waiting area.
Develop and maintain a daily safe therapeutic environment and support other team members in the WIC.
Completes all necessary paperwork in a timely and comprehensive manner to establish accurate acute care clinical records. Keep all appropriate documentation for clinical accountability and reimbursement.
Engage in weekly individual, team, and group supervision as required by program manager. Engage in mandatory all-staff meetings for the full team of crisis services as required by the program manager.
Assist in immediate clinical response to clients including de-escalation, connection to medical help, and providing comfort items such as snacks, water, blankets, etc.
Participate in other clinical and administrative activities as appropriate.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in behavioral healthcare, human services, social work, or a related field is required.
Previous experience with community-based services and supports in the service area is required.
Previous experience working in office-based settings with vulnerable populations of diverse cultures and ethnicities.
Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Bilingual preferred.
Able to maintain a high level of ethical conduct regarding confidentiality, dual-relationships, and professional stature.
Highly organized, self-motivated, reliable, and flexible (including willingness to work non-traditional hours, including at least one evening).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work with a diverse population.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities, be detail oriented, and demonstrate efficient use of time.
Strong computer skills, with experience using programs within Microsoft Office, to include Word, Outlook, Excel.
Ability to remain calm while interacting with staff, clients, and community members, especially with individuals with a behavioral health diagnosis, who can be challenging in person or via phone.
Ability to be flexible with the business needs of the agency and adapt to a consistently changing, fast-paced environment.
Required Vaccination And TB Test All employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.
Benefits
Accrued Sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Our Mission Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well‑being and addiction recovery.
Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.
Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork
Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Mental Health Care
#J-18808-Ljbffr