Crisis Intervention Specialist - Mental Health 345 at Telecare Corporation

San Bernardino, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

25.15

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Screening, Assessment, Mental Health Services, Interviewing, Referral Services, Multi-cultural Sensitivity, CPR, First Aid, CPI Certification

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare  What You Will Do to Change Lives  Under direct supervision, serves as a primary support and case manager to provide screening, assessment, and assist in linking services needed by members served and their family to overcome the crisis which brought them into the program. Shifts Available:  Short-Hour | NOC | Shifts: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM | Days: Saturdays & Sundays Expected starting wage range is $23.00 - $25.15. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.  The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.  Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)  * High School Graduation or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of direct services in mental health or community services; or Associate’s degree and two (2) years of experience; or Bachelor’s degree in Social Services * Must possess at least 1 year of direct service experience with Crisis Intervention, including screening and assessments * San Bernardino County FACT, ACT, and MAPS programs; in addition to the requirements above must also have: * At least thirty semester (45 quarter) units of completed college coursework in behavioral or social science, or * Sixty semester (90 quarter) units of completed college coursework, which includes 15 semester (23 quarter) units in behavioral science, Psych Tech courses and Alcohol and Drug Certificate courses are acceptable. * AND one (1) year experience providing mental health services including interviewing and referring participants and performing crisis intervention, or * Three (3) years of experience in a behavioral health department which involved direct participant contact, or * Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science and six (6) months experience providing mental health services including interviewing and referring participants and performing crisis intervention. * Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations and issues * Must be at least 18 years of age * Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment * All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply. * Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver. * Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. What’s In It For You*  * Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps. * Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift).  Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift) * Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship   * Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships   * Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan  * For more information visit:  https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits [https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits]  Join Our Compassionate Team  Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.  The Windsor Center is a short-stay crisis stabilization unit (CSU) that offers 24/7 services to adults and youth. The Windsor Center aims to increase access to crisis services, reduce inpatient hospitalization, reduce the amount of time that law enforcement is involved in a mental health crisis, and strengthen the existing outpatient behavioral health services. EOE AA M/F/V/Disability  *May vary by location and position type  Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.  If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary support and case manager providing screening and assessments to members in crisis. Assist in linking members and their families to necessary services to overcome their current crisis.