What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Crisis Responder (Education Requirement) position at Okanogan Behavioral HealthCare?
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Okanogan Behavioral Health Care has crisis services aimed at helping individuals and families in their community. Our goal is to provide service and support where they're most needed. Ideal candidates for the Mobile Crisis Responder position will have strong character and lived experience that help them understand the needs of others. One must be able to provide stability and support in difficult and crisis situations. Our mobile team members work closely with law enforcement and other critical services. One must be dedicated to serving individuals who are in immediate need of help and support. Our crisis responders must be able to work in a fast-paced situation and work in a team of professionals including designated crisis responders, law enforcement and emergency room professionals. Qualified applicants will receive training and support and will always be working as a mobile team in the crisis department at Okanogan Behavioral Health Care.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Provides direct behavioral health interventions to community members in distress/crisis situations;
- Provides follow up support and stabilization support including behavioral health and SUD enrollment when indicated;
- Works closely and interactively with Designated Crisis Responders and Mental Health Professionals;
- Refers clients to community resources and other organizations as necessary;
Minimum educational requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related field or AA degree with two (2) years of working with mentally ill clients.
Candidate must possess excellent communication skills, be proficient with computers and possess a high degree of ethics and integrity. Valid Washington Driver's License required.
Employee benefits Include:
- 100% Paid Medical and Dental Insurance Premium
- 100% Paid Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Premium
- Air Ambulance Coverage
- Paid Time Off/Paid Holiday
- 401K Plan with Employer Match
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- $50,000 Employer Provided Life Insurance
This is a full-time, non-exempt position.
OBHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.31 - $29.47 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $29