26-12215 Part-time Mental Health Worker AMHS/CSU
About The Position
The Mental Health Worker provides a supportive atmosphere for consumers experiencing an acute mental health crisis and needing stabilization. Under the supervision of a Coordinator or Supervisor, the worker assists therapists and nurses and interacts with consumers experiencing severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities. The position provides supportive services and direct interventions in accordance with treatment plans developed by professional personnel, maintains a secure environment, and carries out program activities in a manner consistent with CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies, and procedures. The position is part-time and assigned to Adult Mental Health Services/CSU in Lansing, Michigan, with scheduled hours of Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of experience working with consumers experiencing mental health crises.
- Ability to perform Handle with Care Behavior Management techniques according to approved Agency standards.
- Valid Michigan driver's license.
- Access to reliable transportation for job-related use.
- Ability to communicate accurately and effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to process extensive documentation.
- Ability to problem-solve crisis situations, de-escalate behavioral health crises, and provide crisis intervention with consumers individually and in group meetings.
- Additional requirements may depend on the area of assignment and program needs.
- Must pass Michigan State Police clearance, Medicaid/Medicare verification, acceptable driving-record verification, educational background check, acceptable work-history verification, and pre-employment drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Provide a supportive atmosphere for consumers experiencing acute mental health crises and needing stabilization.
- Assist therapists and nurses.
- Interact with consumers experiencing severe and persistent mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities who are in crisis.
- Provide supportive services and direct interventions in accordance with treatment plans developed by professional personnel.
- Maintain a secure environment.
- Carry out program and sub-unit activities in accordance with CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies, and procedures.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability coverage
- Defined benefit through 403B
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Time off
- 13 holidays
- Shift incentives: $1.25/hour for hours worked 5 p.m.–12 a.m.; $2/hour for hours worked 12 a.m.–8 a.m.; $3/hour for weekends worked Friday 5 p.m.–Monday 8 a.m.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
