Community Mental Health for Central Michigan
Crisis Stabilization Specialist - Intermittent
Community Mental Health for Central Michigan, Midland, Michigan, United States, 48640
Overview
Crisis Stabilization Specialist - Intermittent Join to apply for the Crisis Stabilization Specialist - Intermittent role at Community Mental Health for Central Michigan. Location: Midland, MI Compensation: Hourly Rate: $29.74 - $38.78 per hour depending on experience Job Summary
General Description:
Serves as a member of the Crisis Mobilization and Intervention Team (CMIT), provides crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals in mental health or family crises, and works closely with a centralized access system. Responsibilities and Duties
Evaluates requests for services on an emergency basis and provides on-site evaluations in the community. Completes preadmission screenings using approved screening tools and techniques for consumers requesting crisis services to determine eligibility for program services and/or to recommend the most appropriate level of care. Provides backup for Access and other Emergency Services during periods of excess demand for crisis intervention and preadmission screening services. Screens inmates at the jail to assess appropriateness for post-booking jail diversion. Collaborates with the criminal justice community to ensure eligible consumers are released from jail and diverted to the most appropriate level of care. Evaluates requests for detoxification and refers individuals to appropriate detox or other substance abuse facility if medically necessary. Provides referrals, arranges for psychiatric evaluations, hospitalization, or inter- and intra-agency services. Educates/assists significant others and family members with the petitioning process and assists in crisis resolution. Conducts brief assessments of the consumer's needs and utilizes natural and community supports; develops a comprehensive stabilization plan following Person-centered Planning principles. Ensures the stabilization plan is implemented using natural and community supports; provides active, welcoming, solution-focused intervention and evaluates effectiveness over time. Provides crisis intervention, short-term stabilization, and intensive case management services. Facilitates placement in a respite setting for homeless individuals or those who do not feel safe at home. Facilitates transition to appropriate aftercare services and assists with implementation of Individual Recovery Plans and coordination of natural supports. Provides active outreach to consumers experiencing crises or missing scheduled appointments and acts as an Advocate/Liaison for the consumer/family with service providers and community agencies. Employment Standards
Education : Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical/Counseling Psychology preferred. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work required. Job-Related Experience : Sufficient mental health experience to perform the position at a satisfactory level required. One year of experience with children population is required if a Master’s degree is held. Three years of supervised experience with children population is required if a Bachelor’s degree is held. Experience providing crisis intervention services preferred. Licenses, etc. : Michigan state licensure and Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) credential required. Valid driver’s license while operating vehicle on agency business. Conditions of Employment
Knowledge:
Knowledge of Person-Centered Planning; mental and emotional disturbances; psycho-social assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, mental health therapies, behavioral modification techniques, and community organization/intervention; knowledge of legal systems, community agencies, health, mental health, and social welfare programs; knowledge of regulations, medications, and daily living skills. Skills:
Telephone and basic computer skills. Abilities:
Ability to establish rapport, determine therapeutic needs, develop and monitor treatment/intervention plans, communicate effectively, listen well, adapt to change, be non-judgmental, innovative, patient and empathetic; work independently and as part of a team; manage time, prioritize, advocate, and maintain records; handle stress and crisis situations. Physical Demands
Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and operate a computer, telephone, fax machine and copier. Frequent travel is required. Employee may need to drive in all weather and work at all hours depending on shift. Work Environment
Work is performed in hospital emergency departments, county jails, and other community settings; may involve mobile virtual office arrangements and interacting with diverse individuals in challenging circumstances.
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Crisis Stabilization Specialist - Intermittent Join to apply for the Crisis Stabilization Specialist - Intermittent role at Community Mental Health for Central Michigan. Location: Midland, MI Compensation: Hourly Rate: $29.74 - $38.78 per hour depending on experience Job Summary
General Description:
Serves as a member of the Crisis Mobilization and Intervention Team (CMIT), provides crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals in mental health or family crises, and works closely with a centralized access system. Responsibilities and Duties
Evaluates requests for services on an emergency basis and provides on-site evaluations in the community. Completes preadmission screenings using approved screening tools and techniques for consumers requesting crisis services to determine eligibility for program services and/or to recommend the most appropriate level of care. Provides backup for Access and other Emergency Services during periods of excess demand for crisis intervention and preadmission screening services. Screens inmates at the jail to assess appropriateness for post-booking jail diversion. Collaborates with the criminal justice community to ensure eligible consumers are released from jail and diverted to the most appropriate level of care. Evaluates requests for detoxification and refers individuals to appropriate detox or other substance abuse facility if medically necessary. Provides referrals, arranges for psychiatric evaluations, hospitalization, or inter- and intra-agency services. Educates/assists significant others and family members with the petitioning process and assists in crisis resolution. Conducts brief assessments of the consumer's needs and utilizes natural and community supports; develops a comprehensive stabilization plan following Person-centered Planning principles. Ensures the stabilization plan is implemented using natural and community supports; provides active, welcoming, solution-focused intervention and evaluates effectiveness over time. Provides crisis intervention, short-term stabilization, and intensive case management services. Facilitates placement in a respite setting for homeless individuals or those who do not feel safe at home. Facilitates transition to appropriate aftercare services and assists with implementation of Individual Recovery Plans and coordination of natural supports. Provides active outreach to consumers experiencing crises or missing scheduled appointments and acts as an Advocate/Liaison for the consumer/family with service providers and community agencies. Employment Standards
Education : Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical/Counseling Psychology preferred. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work required. Job-Related Experience : Sufficient mental health experience to perform the position at a satisfactory level required. One year of experience with children population is required if a Master’s degree is held. Three years of supervised experience with children population is required if a Bachelor’s degree is held. Experience providing crisis intervention services preferred. Licenses, etc. : Michigan state licensure and Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) credential required. Valid driver’s license while operating vehicle on agency business. Conditions of Employment
Knowledge:
Knowledge of Person-Centered Planning; mental and emotional disturbances; psycho-social assessment, treatment planning, crisis intervention, mental health therapies, behavioral modification techniques, and community organization/intervention; knowledge of legal systems, community agencies, health, mental health, and social welfare programs; knowledge of regulations, medications, and daily living skills. Skills:
Telephone and basic computer skills. Abilities:
Ability to establish rapport, determine therapeutic needs, develop and monitor treatment/intervention plans, communicate effectively, listen well, adapt to change, be non-judgmental, innovative, patient and empathetic; work independently and as part of a team; manage time, prioritize, advocate, and maintain records; handle stress and crisis situations. Physical Demands
Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and operate a computer, telephone, fax machine and copier. Frequent travel is required. Employee may need to drive in all weather and work at all hours depending on shift. Work Environment
Work is performed in hospital emergency departments, county jails, and other community settings; may involve mobile virtual office arrangements and interacting with diverse individuals in challenging circumstances.
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