Mobile Crisis Counselor- On Call

Job description

MOBILE CRISIS COUNSELOR: ON CALL POSITIONS

On-call MOBILE CRISIS COUNSELOR positions are available in HERKIMER, ONEIDA, OTSEGO, CHENANGO, DELAWARE, SCHOHARIE COUNTIES, New York with the Mobile Crisis Assessment Team (MCAT). On-call position shifts are weekends .

*Must reside in ONEIDA, HERKIMER, OTSEGO, CHENANGO, DELAWARE, SCHOHARIE COUNTIES*

*Weekends and some Holidays*

Be a part of a Crisis Team committed to providing critical services to our communities. Provide mobile crisis services for children, youth and adults. Take crisis calls, go mobile as needed. Flexibility & ability to work independently necessary.

JOB DESCRIPTION: A Crisis Counselor II provides intensive assessment, linkage and follow-up of individuals identified to be in acute psychiatric distress in various locations throughout the community. Further, s/he is responsible for referring clients to appropriate agencies for needed services and for assessing and intervening with individuals in crisis. S/he is expected to perform job functions with a degree of independence, and is expected to assist in the management of day-to-day service operation as assigned.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provides short-term crisis intervention and diffusion for children and adults in the community including comprehensive crisis assessment and suicide/homicide lethality.
• Makes recommendations and assists in facilitating the appropriate level of treatment/services/supports.
• Provides intensive assessment, follow-up and linkage to children and youth admitted to the Adolescent Crisis Residence.
• Maintains accurate documentation of client/ agency contacts in accordance with program policy and procedure manual.
• Assumes on-call, and administrative back-up responsibilities consistent with program needs;
• Attends and actively participates in all required training, staff meetings and case conferences as required by agency administration.
• Engages in supervision on a regular basis.
• Provides educational/ marketing /training presentations to the community, as assigned by the Crisis Program Director.
• Assists law enforcement and other agencies in handling mental health related crisis.
• Engages in agency/program projects or work groups as assigned by the Crisis Program Director.
• Maintains self in a professional manner at all times, adhering to The Neighborhood Center, Inc.’s policy and procedures and in keeping with the Agency’s mission statement;
• Maintain a valid NY State driver’s license and have access to a viable vehicle;
• Secures and maintains all necessary certification and professional licensing as dictated by profession and required qualifications.
• Performs other duties as requested by Agency Administration.
• Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility of each employee. Employees are expected to report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to start working.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or other closely related Human Services field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a human services agency including one (1) year of supervised experience providing services in a mental health setting required.
• A Master Social Worker (MSW) with one (1) year of experience in the provision of mental health services and must obtain a limited practice permit and must obtain a New York State license (LMSW) within 6 months from the date of hire.

OR

• A New York State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with one (1) year of experience in the provision of mental health services

OR

• A New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with one (1) year of experience in the provision of mental health services

OR

• A New York State Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with one (1) year of experience in the provision of mental health services

OR

• A New York State Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D.) with one (1) year of experience in the provision of mental health services.

At The Neighborhood Center, Inc, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to the success of our organization and are dedicated to creating a workplace that welcomes and values all individuals. We strive to create a culture that fosters respect, openness, and understanding, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for open positions.

Job Type: Part-time

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• provision of mental health services: 1 year (Required)

Expected hours: No more than 19 per week

Location: Oneida, Herkimer, Otsego, Chenango, Delaware, Schoharie Counties

Work Location: Remote