Cumberland County Guidance Center
CERTIFIED SCREENER CRISIS SCREENING CENTER (ARRIVE Program)
Cumberland County Guidance Center, Bridgeton, New Jersey, United States, 08302
Certified Screener
Crisis Screening Center (ARRIVE Program)
Join Our Team at The Guidance Center! For over 60 years, The Guidance Center has been a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care to individuals and families in Cumberland County, NJ. As a non-profit organization, our dedicated team of professionals-including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff-works to diagnose and treat all types of mental illness. What We Offer: Competitive Rate Additional compensation for qualified Spanish-speaking candidates Employee discounts (auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless services, and more) Eligibility for agency-sponsored trainings and career development What You Need to Apply: Master's Degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited institution, plus one year of experience in psychiatric setting or Bachelor's Degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited institution, plus three years of mental health experience, one of which is in a psychiatric setting or Bachelor's Degree in a mental health-related field, plus two years of psychiatric setting mental health experience (one in a crisis setting), and currently enrolled in a Master's program or Registered professional nurse with three years of mental health experience, one of which is in a psychiatric setting crisis setting Completion of NJDMHS Crisis Training Certification, or eligibility to take the examination Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage. Ability to utilize technology to check/respond to email, complete documentation, and access client records Position Overview: As a Mental Health Screener for the ARRIVE Program, you will provide emergency screenings, evaluations, and crisis interventions to individuals in Cumberland County who are experiencing psychiatric emergencies. You'll help stabilize clients in crisis, assess the need for psychiatric hospitalization (voluntary or involuntary), and coordinate treatment planning and referrals. Typical Schedule (may vary based on need): Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM What Does This Position Look Like? Mental Health Screeners in the ARRIVE Program respond to community and hospital-based crises. You will answer hotline calls to assist with phone referrals, offer therapeutic interventions, and determine when a face-to-face evaluation is required. You'll conduct psychiatric screenings, develop alternative treatment plans when hospitalization is not appropriate, and work collaboratively with ER physicians, psychiatrists, and other agencies to coordinate client care. Your role also includes mobile outreach to structured sites (e.g., police stations, schools, nursing homes) and unstructured locations (e.g., homes, community settings with police support). You'll document all clinical contacts, assist with transport coordination when necessary, and consult with families and other care providers to support client safety and stability. As a vital member of the crisis team, you'll participate in trainings and staff development activities to stay informed and prepared. The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.
Crisis Screening Center (ARRIVE Program)
Join Our Team at The Guidance Center! For over 60 years, The Guidance Center has been a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care to individuals and families in Cumberland County, NJ. As a non-profit organization, our dedicated team of professionals-including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff-works to diagnose and treat all types of mental illness. What We Offer: Competitive Rate Additional compensation for qualified Spanish-speaking candidates Employee discounts (auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless services, and more) Eligibility for agency-sponsored trainings and career development What You Need to Apply: Master's Degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited institution, plus one year of experience in psychiatric setting or Bachelor's Degree in a mental health-related field from an accredited institution, plus three years of mental health experience, one of which is in a psychiatric setting or Bachelor's Degree in a mental health-related field, plus two years of psychiatric setting mental health experience (one in a crisis setting), and currently enrolled in a Master's program or Registered professional nurse with three years of mental health experience, one of which is in a psychiatric setting crisis setting Completion of NJDMHS Crisis Training Certification, or eligibility to take the examination Possession of a valid New Jersey driver's license with a clean five-year driving record that meets organizational standards and qualifies for insurance coverage. Ability to utilize technology to check/respond to email, complete documentation, and access client records Position Overview: As a Mental Health Screener for the ARRIVE Program, you will provide emergency screenings, evaluations, and crisis interventions to individuals in Cumberland County who are experiencing psychiatric emergencies. You'll help stabilize clients in crisis, assess the need for psychiatric hospitalization (voluntary or involuntary), and coordinate treatment planning and referrals. Typical Schedule (may vary based on need): Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM What Does This Position Look Like? Mental Health Screeners in the ARRIVE Program respond to community and hospital-based crises. You will answer hotline calls to assist with phone referrals, offer therapeutic interventions, and determine when a face-to-face evaluation is required. You'll conduct psychiatric screenings, develop alternative treatment plans when hospitalization is not appropriate, and work collaboratively with ER physicians, psychiatrists, and other agencies to coordinate client care. Your role also includes mobile outreach to structured sites (e.g., police stations, schools, nursing homes) and unstructured locations (e.g., homes, community settings with police support). You'll document all clinical contacts, assist with transport coordination when necessary, and consult with families and other care providers to support client safety and stability. As a vital member of the crisis team, you'll participate in trainings and staff development activities to stay informed and prepared. The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. A Background Check is required Clear Five year driving record/abstract with ability to be insured by organizations carrier.