On-Call Crisis Specialist

The On-Call Crisis Specialist is able to carry out their normal life activities (sleep, read, spend time with family) at home unless called to assess a patient at the Three Rivers Medical Center Emergency Department.  While relaxing at home or in the community, position is paid $20 per hour. 

When Specialist receives a call to respond to the hospital, pay for these “hospital response hours” ranges from $38.50 to $47.47 an hour dependent on education and experience.  On-Call Specialists who work at least 140 hours in a 6-month period earn an additional $800 bonus every 6 months.

Responsibilities

This position screens patients for a mental health hold, may offer respite or diversion from hospitalization to Option’s inpatient program and develops safety plans with patients and their significant others.  Training is provided and back up clinical consultation via phone is always available. 

Qualifications

This position requires a Master's degree in a behavioral science or a BSN, an understanding of co-occurring disorders, and related experience.

Must be registered as a licensure intern with the State of Oregon or be licensed in Oregon as an LMFT, LCSW, LPC or clinical Psychologist, 

OR

Must be a QMHP on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.

OR

Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO. 

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred. 

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives.  We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients.  Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change.  We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.