Crisis Response Practitioner

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center • Red Wing, MN

20h • $19 - $28

About The Position

To provide crisis assessment, intervention and stabilization services for mental health and substance use crises.

Requirements

• Must meet minimum qualifications as a Mental Health Practitioner as outlined in MN Statute 245i.04: Sec. 245I.04 MN Statutes
• Must have experience with working with individuals that have had significantly reduced levels of functioning in primary activities of daily living.
• Must possess a high level of human relation skills and aptitude for effective decision making.
• Must possess good planning, organization, and communication skills (oral and written) as well as problem solving skills.
• Must be able to handle difficult and stressful situations in a competent manner.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for being on call for day time hours as needed
• Respond to on-call crisis calls and assess the situation for further follow-up
• Provide support and utilize active listening skills
• Stay with individuals in a crisis bed setting or in their homes
• Develop plans with individuals to assist them in restoring his/her prior functioning level following a crisis
• Attend monthly On-Call Crisis Team meetings
• Must be flexible with day time work hours
• Complete the On-Call Crisis Training.
• Possess a vehicle, valid driver license, and valid auto insurance.

Benefits

• Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment free from harassment, violence and discrimination.
• Our inclusive work environment represents many different backgrounds, cultures and viewpoints.
• The core values we live by include: integrity, respect, people focused, community focused, continuous improvement, compassion, partnership and collaboration, empowerment and financial stewardship.
• All Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center owned facilities are smoke/drug free environments, with some exposure to excessive noise, dust and temperature.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed