Human Services Professional III- Crisis Intervention

Rock County • Janesville, WI

46d

About The Position

Provides person-centered behavioral health assessment, care, resources and education to clients in need of crisis services. Provides support for emergency rooms, law enforcement and other community agencies. Provides treatment planning, short term treatment, and linkage to ongoing care for clients across the lifespan; Pursue the least restrictive disposition that will meet the determined safety needs of clients. Prioritize needs of the community and demands on the crisis unit; Review and oversee development and implementation of safety plans. Documents care provided. Collaborates with internal and external colleagues. Participates in clinical and administrative meetings. Supports and promotes the Mission, Vision and Guiding Principles of the Human Services Department. Performs in a manner consistent with the HSD Professional Standards and "Commitment to My Co-Workers."

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of behavioral health care and its application, including person-centered crisis plans, trauma-informed care, co-occurring disorders, and stages of change.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and practices pertaining to federal and state human service and behavioral health care programs
• Knowledge of assessment and treatment of suicide, mental illness and substance use disorders
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications, their main effects, side effects, and abuse potential.
• Knowledge of psycho-social rehabilitation services
• Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within the agency and community.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and seek out supervision as needed
• Ability to manage one's time and emotions in an environment of rapidly changing priorities
• Excellent computer skills related to electronic record keeping, email, and internet
• Masters degree in behavioral health field required;
• Must possess and maintain a current unrestricted (not due to corrective lenses) driver's license and auto insurance pursuant to the Rock County Administrative Policy and Procedure 5.02 and 5.27.

Nice To Haves

• LCSW, LMFT, or LPC preferred, or ability and willingness to obtain licensure within 3 years
• Substance abuse credential preferred or ability and willingness to obtain certification
• Experience working with clients with complex functional and mental health impairments

Responsibilities

• Provides person-centered behavioral health care services for clients experiencing a behavioral health crisis
• Consult and assist with recommendations to law enforcement agencies about those individuals who are experiencing an AODA related crisis.
• Conduct correctional detox, suicidal, and homicidal assessments.
• Ensure program and medical record compliance
• Participates in all clinical and administrative activities as required
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support