What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Crisis Specialist position at CENTRAL WYOMING COUNSELING CENTER?
Are you looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career? Central Wyoming Counseling Center is looking for a Mobile Crisis Specialist!
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have a minimum of an associate's degree or high school diploma/equivalent and 1 years’ experience in behavioral/mental health experience (to include 988 Lifeline) OR;
- Have a Bachelor's degree in human services arena (Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice) OR;
- Have a Bachelor's degree in other areas with one year of behavioral/mental health experience
- Meet the requirements/qualifications listed in the qualifications section below
- Are Compassionate
- Enjoy Helping Others
- Are Empathetic
- Are Caring
The Role:
The role of the Mobile Crisis Specialist is to provide critical support to individuals facing mental health and related crisis in our community.
What you will do:
- Respond to mobile crisis dispatches and provide on-site de-escalation and suicide risk screening, safety planning, and resource linkage
- Transport clients in agency vehicles when needed
- Offer empathetic listening and emotional support to individuals in distress
- Document client interactions and communicate effectively with team members and agency partners
- Complete required client records and maintain program materials
- Follow up with clients, make referrals, and collaborate with community partners and treatment providers
- May perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Must possess at least one of the following:
- Certified Addictions Practitioner
- Law Enforcement, EMT, Peer Support Specialist
- Associate degree/High School Diploma with one year of mental/behavioral health experience to include 988 Lifeline
- Bachelor's degree in human services arena (Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice)
- Bachelor's degree in other areas with one year of behavioral/mental health experience
- Licensed Mental Health Professional
- Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)
Employment Requirements:
- Completion of a pre-employment drug screen
- Completion of a background check
- Satisfactory Driving Record
If you meet the above qualifications, this is the role for you! Submit your application today!