What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Intervention Specialist (Saturday-Tuesday, 11 am- 9 pm) position at Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System?
Volunteer Behavioral Health is now seeking Crisis Intervention Specialist on 1st Shift for the Chattanooga, TN area.
The schedule for this position will be Saturday-Tuesday, 11 am until 9 pm.
As a Crisis Intervention Specialist you will:
- Provide crisis assessment, counseling, linkage and other services to persons in a mental health crisis to include alcohol and/or drug abuse problems
- Work face-to-face with consumers in assisting them in the resolution of their crisis and providing intervention and referrals in the least restrictive environment.
- Knowledge of computer skills to be able to search and enter data in the electronic record system.
- Respond when dispatched or as clients present to a Walk in Center, complete evaluations and data entry in an efficient manner to meet standards when possible.
- Complete Intake Assessments and initiate Care Coordination as appropriate for clients in Pre-Arrest Diversion, Observation, Respite, and CSU.
- Complete all data entry according to quality management standards and procedures.
- Provide follow up phone calls within 24 hours to make sure follow-up instructions are understood or referrals were accepted.
- Participate in staff meetings, training and supervisory sessions as required.
- Complete state training for Mandatory Pre-screening to provide interviews for Certificate of Need as appropriate and maintain licensure requirements.
- Provide Clinical Review to staff requiring review and other staff as needed.
As a Crisis Intervention Specialist you will need:
- Bachelor's degree; in the clinical field (social work, counseling or psychology)
- Ability to maintain a courteous, diplomatic, and helpful orientation.
- Above average assessment skills, particularly for suicidal potential and potential to harm others.
- Ability to use good judgment and function well in pressure situations.
- Knowledge of commitment procedures.
- Knowledge of resources.
- Timely, accurate and thorough documentation of client records as well as work activities.
- Must maintain certification in CPR and First Aid required. Certification must be completed with first 30 days of employment. Company will provide training.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.67 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21
