Liberty Resources is seeking a motivated Mobile Crisis Mental Health Clinician (Licensed Responder) in Oswego County to join our team.

ABOUT US:

Liberty Resources is a dynamic and growing human services agency that is a great place to work! Working for Liberty Resources means you’ll have access to great career opportunities, benefits and a fun atmosphere.
We pride ourselves on high quality, integrated, community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health outcomes.

MOBILE CRISIS CLINICIAN/LICENSED RESPONDER POSITION SUMMARY:

The Mobile Crisis Clinician will work alongside Mobile Crisis Specialists and Peers and is primarily responsible for conducting clinical assessments and providing crisis intervention services. The Licensed Clinician/Licensed Responder will respond to individuals in crisis telephonically or in-person, or via telehealth as needed. Additional follow-up services may be provided depending on the level of need.

This is a per diem position with flexible scheduling options. Available shifts are as follows:

• Cayuga, Cortland or Madison:
• Weekdays, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
• Weekends and holidays, 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM
• Onondaga or Oswego:
• Weekday evenings, 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
• Weekends and holidays, 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
• Overnights, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Weekday daytime coverage as needed

Mobile Crisis Clinician/Licensed Responder Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to determine the need for further evaluation.
• Provide psychotherapy and psychosocial rehabilitation counseling services to remediate psychiatric or substance use symptoms, resolve conflict, de-escalate crises, monitor for and address high-risk behaviors, maintain stabilization following a crisis episode, and prevent escalation of behavioral health symptoms.
• Make treatment recommendations and referral to other behavioral health services as clinically indicated.

MOBILE CRISIS CLINICIAN/LICENSED RESPONDER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed or permitted in New York State as one of the following:
• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Licensed Behavioral Analyst, Physician, including Psychiatrist and Addictionologist/Addiction Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychoanalyst, Occupational Therapist who meets the qualifications set forth in 42 C.F.R. 440.110(b)(2).
• Two (2) years post-graduate mental health experience, including relevant experience providing crisis intervention support, transitional support, and care coordination.
• Must demonstrate competence in de-escalation and aggression management.
• Must be willing to participate in all required federal, state, county and agency training including Narcan administration, evidence-based assessments, person-centered and trauma-informed approaches.
• Liberty Resources is dedicated to providing a wide array of services and supports to help individuals live their best lives. We value service, excellence, and responsibility, seeing opportunity where others see barriers to success. We strive to create and sustain an inclusive environment where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.
• Demonstrates a high standard of professionalism and collaborative efforts when working with law enforcement, providers and other collaterals.
• Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments to determine the need for further evaluation.
• Provide psychotherapy and psychosocial rehabilitation counseling services to remediate psychiatric or substance use symptoms, resolve conflict, de-escalate crises, monitor for and address high-risk behaviors, maintain stabilization following a crisis episode, and prevent escalation of behavioral health symptoms.
• Make treatment recommendations and referral to other behavioral health services as clinically indicated