Clinician - Master Level License
About The Position
Common Ground, a non-profit organization, is seeking a Master-level clinician to join the Genesee Mobile Crisis Services (GMCS) team. This program provides 24/7, 365 mobile crisis support services in Genesee County. The Crisis Interventionist III (CI III) will be a key member of the crisis response team, offering immediate, on-site support to individuals experiencing mental health crises and emotional distress. The CI III's main responsibilities include conducting assessments, de-escalating crisis situations, and implementing interventions to ensure client safety and well-being. This role also involves providing team leadership when necessary and collaborating with law enforcement, emergency services, and other mental health professionals to deliver effective crisis intervention.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Human Service field
- Professional licensure in the State of Michigan
- All Limited License Master Social Workers (LLMSW) and Limited License Professional Counselors (LLPC) must receive their permanent license (LMSW, LPC, LLP) within 5 years from the issue date of the original limited license as published in the State of Michigan LARA system in order to continue their employment
- Meets criteria as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) defined by the State of Michigan
- Meets criteria as a Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) and/or Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) defined by the State of Michigan
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in diagnosing, treating people with mental health, substance use and/or developmental disabilities
- Experience working in crisis intervention or emergency mental health services
- Experience with broad range of age groups and disabilities, including children
- Experience with persons with co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorder
- Strong knowledge of mental health disorders, crisis assessment, and intervention techniques
- Certification in/or willing to obtain a development plan with MCBAP for one of the following (within 30 days of hire): CAADC Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, CADC Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Responsibilities
- Assess potential risks and safety concerns for individuals/families in crisis, including the risk of self-harm or harm to others.
- Complete mobile assessments of crisis situations and person/family’s needs.
- Provide active crisis intervention that is welcoming, trauma-informed, brief, and solution-focused to adults/children presenting in distress.
- Collaborate with individuals/families and their support systems to develop safety plans and identify coping strategies for managing future crises.
- Arrange or provide transportation to a safe location, as needed.
- Assist individuals who are homeless or who do not feel safe in their home environment.
- Collaborate with local mental health agencies, hospitals, law enforcement, and other community resources to facilitate appropriate referrals and follow-up care.
- Coordinate with emergency services and transport individuals to appropriate facilities when necessary for further evaluation and treatment.
- Provide team leadership when needed.
- Conduct assessments, de-escalate crisis situations, and provide appropriate interventions.
Benefits
- High pay including shift differentials
- Opportunities for overtime
- Internal advancement is prioritized
- Structured, but flexible schedule
- Longer shifts for a shorter work week
- Reduced caseload
- Healthy work-life balance
- Generous paid time off (for eligible employees)
- Shift premiums (for eligible employees)
- Employer sponsored benefit & wellness plans (including 16% fringe pay, Calm App, etc.)
- Competitive wages
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
