Third Shift Crisis Mobile (Contracted)

La Causa , Inc.•Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

La Causa Inc. Social Services is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Clinician to join their Crisis Response Team, providing overnight community-based assessments and interventions for youth and adults experiencing mental health or AODA crises. This critical role supports individuals in their most vulnerable moments and helps stabilize crises to keep the community safe. As a Licensed Clinician, you will conduct in-person psychosocial assessments during 3rd shift hours (12:00 AM – 7:30 AM), determine levels of risk, and provide crisis intervention to de-escalate and stabilize individuals. You will use your clinical expertise to make recommendations about Emergency Detention holds and connect individuals and families with needed resources.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, or a related field required
Valid Wisconsin State licensure, free of limitations, licensed to work as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT
Active professional liability insurance policy ($1,000,000 per claim / $1,000,000 aggregate)
Availability to work 3rd shift (12:00 AM – 7:30 AM) for mobile crisis response
Available to sign up for a minimum of four shifts per month.
Prompt submission of compliance documents within specified time frames to ensure regulatory requirements and maintain smooth workflow processes.
Strong cultural competency and ability to work respectfully with diverse individuals and families
Excellent crisis management, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
Strong communication skills—verbal, written, and interpersonal
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Reliable transportation, valid Wisconsin driver’s license, and state-minimum auto insurance (must meet La Causa driving standards)
Must successfully pass all required background checks, TB test, physical, and vaccination requirements

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly desirable

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments of youth and adults to evaluate risk and determine dangerousness to self or others
intervene in acute mental health or AODA crises within the community, including situations involving police presence
De-escalate, stabilize, and resolve mental health crises while ensuring safety
Make recommendations regarding Chapter 51 Emergency Detention holds based on assessments
Collaborate with Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Services, hospitals, law enforcement, CART teams, and other community partners
Provide education to families and community stakeholders on crisis management and mental health services
Complete thorough, detailed documentation of all assessments, interventions, and recommendations
Ensure compliance with all organizational, legal, and contractual requirements
Attend meetings, training, and professional development activities as directed
Fulfill mandated reporting duties related to child and adult safety
Support the team by taking on additional responsibilities as assigned