What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinician - First Responder Team Shifts Vary position at Frontier Behavioral Health?
Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
The clinician is a member of a co-deployed team with either the Spokane Police Department or the Spokane County Sheriff’s Department. Services are provided to individuals and families of all ages. The primary goals of the co-deployed teams are to divert individuals from jail, emergency departments and inpatient psychiatric treatment and reduce recidivism of competency evaluation requests.
The Team will respond to any calls received by the officer, deputy or paramedic they are assigned to for the day. They will, using Motivational Interviewing, provide rapid response, assessment services, crisis intervention, engagement, supportive counseling, information and referral, linkage to requested/necessary resources and appropriate community-based mental health and chemical dependency services for ongoing treatment and follow-up to individuals and families of all ages in community-based settings.
The team works a modified shift based on the officer or deputy’s schedule.
SHIFT(S) AVAILABLE: 4 OPENINGS
- Spokane County Sheriff/Spokane Police Department - Tuesday-Friday 10AM-8:30PM - This shift is eligible for added shift differential of 3.12% add to the base pay below.
- Spokane Police Department - Tuesday-Friday 6AM-4PM - No added shift differential.
- Spokane Police Department - Monday-Thursday 7AM-5PM - No added shift differential. - 2 Openings
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:
- Partner with the assigned emergency responder to respond to emergency calls in the community. This includes engaging with individuals to provide stabilization services to divert them from jail, emergency departments, or inpatient psychiatric treatment.
- Complete assessments of risk to determine if crisis can be resolved by referrals to community resources or if referral to MCAT, CRS, or transport to ED is necessary.
- Facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources, including Stabilization and/or E&T admission and psychiatric beds at the House of Charity as individual contract allow.
- If an individual is transported to the ED, the clinician will be responsible for contacting appropriate ED staff (charge nurse, social worker, case manager) to relay crisis information and coordinate admission to ED.
- Assist individuals in obtaining basic needs such as housing, financial assistance, medical services, medications, and other resources that will help them maintain stability in the community.
- Effectively utilize customer service and motivational interviewing skills to promote appropriate customer-centered care.
- Maintain data as required by the contract.
- Document in EMR accurately, within defined timelines and in compliance with FBH policy.
- Apply training received from orientation and training related to Trauma Informed Care, MOAB, crisis intervention, Motivational Interviewing and basic communication skills.
- Represent the agency in a positive and professional manner while engaging with the community at large as a representative of FBH.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in the behavioral sciences - Pay will be determined based on degree level and licensure as indicated below.
- One year of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations
- Must be eligible for Agency Affiliation in the state of Washington
- Must pass a Law Enforcement Interview and Background Check.
PREFERRED:
- Two years of experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations preferred.
- Experience working with emergency responders such as police or fire departments preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of de-escalation techniques and methods
- Ability to remain calm and maintain clarity in thought during high stress, high risk situations
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds
- Sensitivity to individuals’ unique cultural characteristics, and to the challenges faced by the socioeconomically disadvantaged.
PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):*
- Clinician I - Bachelor's Degree: $27.59-$33.24
- Clinician II - Master's Degree: $33.53 - $40.48per hour
- All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for this position is as follows:
- Clinician I - Bachelor's Degree: $27.59 per hour
- Clinician II - Master's Degree: $33.53 per hour.
WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
- At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
- Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
- At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
- Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
- BENEFITS
- PERKS
Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
IMPORTANT APPLICANT INFORMATION
APPLICANT ACCOMMODATIONS:
To request accommodation with our application process, please contact Human Resources at 509-458-7461.
Job seekers may also obtain assistance, including auxiliary accommodations/ aids, by calling WorkSource Spokane at 509-532-3120.
OUR EEO POLICY
It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate and that ; a) has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance, or c) otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment opportunities. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group.
Salary : $34 - $40
