What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Co-Responder - 2nd Shift position at Wellstone Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
WellStone is North Alabama's most comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider serving over 13,000 persons a year throughout Northern Alabama, with offices in Huntsville and Cullman. We are a non-profit community organization that offers a wide range of services for every phase of life, from children to older adults
The Mental Health Co-Responder will ensure that each client undergoing a mental health crisis receives the proper person-centered treatment that they need. To perform in this role, the Mental Health Co-Responder will work with the local police and other emergency personnel to ensure the proper treatment is provided to clients.
What we're looking for :
Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology, or other Behavioral Health related field
Minimum of 1 year of experience in Crisis Intervention or behavioral health required
Knowledge of community resources, crisis de- escalation / intervention techniques (preferred)
An understanding of trauma informed, recovery-oriented, and evidence-based practices (preferred).
Experience with populations receiving behavioral health treatment, including services performed with individuals with MI / SMI, SUD’s, neurodiverse conditions, and psychosocial needs (poverty, homelessness, justice involvement, etc.). (preferred)
- Shift is Sunday - Wednesday, 12pm - 10pm
What you'll be doing :
What we offer :
We care for those impacted by behavioral health disorders, we are committed to one another through collaboration, and we are optimistic problem solvers who do what it takes to get the job done. We look forward to having you on the WellStone team.
