Mobile Crisis Responder

A "Mobile Crisis Responder" is a mental health professional who actively travels to various community locations to provide immediate crisis intervention and stabilization services to individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis, including assessment, de-escalation techniques, safety planning, and connecting them with appropriate follow-up care and community resources, often working in collaboration with law enforcement and other agencies; essentially acting as a first responder for mental health emergencies in the community.

Key responsibilities of a Mobile Crisis Responder:

· Crisis Assessment:

Conduct thorough evaluations of individuals in crisis to understand the nature of their distress, including potential risks to themselves or others.

· De-escalation Techniques:

Utilize verbal and non-verbal communication strategies to de-escalate tense situations and reduce agitation in individuals experiencing a crisis.

· Safety Planning:

Collaborate with individuals in crisis to develop personalized safety plans to manage triggers and prevent future crises.

· Resource Navigation:

Identify and connect individuals with appropriate community resources such as mental health treatment providers, shelters, support groups, or substance abuse programs.

· Collaboration with Agencies:

Work closely with law enforcement, emergency medical services, social service agencies, and other relevant organizations to coordinate care and ensure appropriate responses to crises.

· Documentation:

Accurately document all crisis interventions, assessments, safety plans, referrals, and follow-up contacts.

· On-Call Availability:

May be required to be available on-call outside of regular work hours to respond to urgent crisis situations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

· Clinical Skills:

Strong understanding of crisis intervention techniques, mental health diagnoses, and evidence-based practices for crisis stabilization.

· Communication Skills:

Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication abilities to build rapport with individuals in crisis, actively listen, and effectively de-escalate situations.

· Cultural Competency:

Awareness of cultural nuances and ability to adapt approaches to effectively engage with diverse populations.

· Decision-Making Skills:

Ability to make quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations to ensure safety and provide appropriate interventions.

· Time Management:

Efficiently manage a demanding caseload and prioritize responses to urgent crisis situations. Documentation due same day.

Education and Licensure:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field
• Certified as a qualified mental health professional (QMHP-T/A)
• Certified Mobile Crisis Responder (MCR)
• May require additional training in crisis intervention and de-escalation technique. Therapeutic Options. (TOVA)

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• On call

License/Certification:

• Mobile Crisis Responder Certification (Required)
• QMHP-T/A Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Portsmouth, VA 23701 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35