Behavioral Health Therapist -Mobile Response

SummitStone Health Partners • Fort Collins, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Behavioral Health Therapist on the Mobile Crisis team, you will serve as an integral member of the service delivery team, providing comprehensive support to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

Services are delivered to individuals whose behavioral health needs cannot be safely managed in the community or in less restrictive settings, including those who may require longer-term respite care. This position involves cross-training and coverage across multiple programs and sites, including Garcia House, Behavioral Health Urgent Care, Mobile Response Services, and the Crisis Stabilization Unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the Human Services field from an accredited College or University required
• More than two years of experience in the mental health field and program application required
• Current Colorado professional license in appropriate discipline (LCSW, LPC, LAC, or LMFT) preferred
• Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record
• CPR and First Aid certifications may be required for certain locations

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in the Human Services field from an accredited College or University preferred
• Experience in coordinating mental health intervention plans and services with other agencies preferred
• Bilingual/bi-cultural preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing on-going crisis assessments, crisis intervention techniques, conduct de-escalation, safety planning, and maintaining clinical records and other reporting data for clients with mild to severe mental health and/or substance use disorders.
• Observe clients in a variety of situations; assess mental status of client and formulate treatment plans and goals. Perform case management services as needed to assist clients to meet their goals as stated in their service/treatment plans. Refer clients to supportive services such as vocational, medical, social security, housing authority, etc.
• Conduct crisis intervention via telephone and/or face-to-face. Intervene and de-escalate crisis situations with clients. Assess the risk of harm to self or others, create comprehensive safety plans, and arrange needed resources.
• Assist clients in improving their well-being and quality of life by training in behavioral skills; educating clients to make informed choices; developing clients coping skills, helping clients to problem solve, and negotiating tasks of daily living.
• Document treatment plans, progress reports, group notes, individual notes, case.
• management notes, letters, faxes and phone calls. Follow the proper protocol for documentation as set forth by Quality Assurance and to third party payor’s requirements that have contracts with SummitStone.
• Maintain close and cooperative relationships with community agencies and other public agencies in carrying out treatment/recovery/service plans.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage — including options for eligible dependents
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Short-term and long-term disability insurances
• Paid time off (PTO): Accrued vacation and personal leave based on FTE status and length of service
• Paid Sick Leave: Provided in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA)
• A range of voluntary benefits available to all employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees