Crisis Intervention Specialist

CENTER FOR COMMUNITY RESOURCES INCORPORATED•Waynesburg, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Center for Community Resources (CCR) - Greene County Crisis Services - is looking for a compassionate mental health professional. Crisis Intervention services include telephone, walk-in & mobile assessment, crisis counseling, conflict resolution, referral and linking to community resources. Work in a supportive team environment while helping people access mental health/drug and alcohol services in Greene County. CCR’s mission is to make positive differences within everyday lives through the connection of resources and services. That’s exactly what you’ll be doing in this role. At CCR, you’ll appreciate the support and camaraderie of a local team as you provide the community with care and support that will improve their mental health and well-being. This is a very rewarding position that can develop into a long-term career. There are lots of opportunities for career development at CCR and it's a great way to improve your skills and education. The hours for this position are primarily daylight M-F 8:30AM - 4:30PM with some evenings but also includes a rotating on-call schedule for afterhours and weekends. The starting rate of pay is $21.54 an hour and $23.00 an hour for on call. On-call stipends include $400 for primary coverage. Milage reimbursement is applicable for all relative travel when conducting mobiles. Position Summary: Provides mental health crisis intervention services to eligible consumers as defined by DPW Title 55 Code Chapter 5240.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field.
With major course work in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, history, criminal justice, nursing, counseling, education, theology, political science or related field AND one year experience in mental health field required.
Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, Act 33/34 and FBI clearances will be required.
Must have a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Anthropology, Political Science, History, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling, Education or a related field.
Knowledge of de-escalation techniques, computer literate, knowledge of 302/201 process, and knowledge of PA resources.
Able to exercise sound judgment.
Flexibility in scheduling.
Take the initiative while being cooperative and empathetic.
Maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Individuals who have accessed human services are encouraged to apply.
(Degree/course work is Sociology, Social Work, Human Development and Psychology are strongly preferred)
Be a registered nurse or Have a High School diploma or equivalency AND 12 semester credit hours in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology, Gerontology or other Social Science AND 2 years of experience in public or private human services with 1 year of mental health direct care experience
(Associates degree with minimum of 12 semester credit hours in Sociology, Social Welfare, Psychology and Human Development is strongly preferred)
(2 years of direct mental health experience is strongly preferred)
One year experience in Crisis Services or in the mental health field preferred with a bachelors degree.
See experience requirements above for applicants without a bachelors degree.
Act 33/34 and FBI Clearances.
Valid Driver’s License.
Car Insurance Coverage Verification.

Responsibilities

Provide Crisis Intervention through service lines of phone, walk-in, mobile, and text/chat.
Completion of safety assessments with NSPL assessment tool and safety planning.
Complete all reports and documentation in a timely fashion.
Facilitate service coordination with community services involved along with interagency resources.
Maintain quality standards.
Ability to work rotating shifts.
Participates in continuous professional development.
May also include comprehensive Crisis Intervention and assessment through web-based (text/chat) services for individuals reaching out via The Unified Platform (988 Services) or ICarol (local services).
Depending upon site location, Interim Housing services and Crisis Stabilization/Residential services may also be included functions of the job.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Insurance Employee Only: $41.93/per pay
Employee & Child(ren): $73.32/per pay
Employee & Spouse: $93.60/per pay
Full Family: $121.61/per pay
FREE Dental & Vision
FSA – Flexible Spending Account
403b Retirement Plan with Employer match up to 6%
Earn up to 20 days paid time off in the first year!
7 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Personal Day!
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Supplemental Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mileage Reimbursement set at the IRS rate.
This position may be eligible for loan forgiveness and participation in the Behavioral Health and Higher Education Plan, subject to program requirements and employee eligibility.