Mobile Crisis Counselor II

Columbia Community Mental Health • Saint Helens, OR

121d • $31 - $40

About The Position

Columbia Community Mental Health is a nonprofit agency and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that provides services to individuals with mental, addiction and developmental disabilities. We take pride in our practices and in our workforce. We uphold our values in authenticity and commitment to quality care. Members of our CCMH team have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact. Our Crisis Team is looking to hire qualified crisis counselors for our Mobile Crisis Team! The Mobile Crisis Counselor II provides crisis intervention, suicide prevention, risk assessment, and brief supportive counseling over the phone and in-person on a basis to clients who are experiencing emotional distress, suicidal ideation, and/or seeking information on available mental health services. The Crisis Counselor actively partners with community resources to enhance available support and maintains detailed records of interactions with individuals.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work or related field from an accredited college.
• Work experience in a behavioral or mental health setting preferred.
• QMHP certification or registration with MHACBO required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in crisis intervention.
• Familiarity with community mental health resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and suicide prevention services.
• Conduct risk assessments and brief supportive counseling.
• Assist clients experiencing emotional distress and suicidal ideation.
• Provide information on available mental health services.
• Partner with community resources to enhance support.
• Maintain detailed records of interactions with clients.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Package.
• Medical and Dental Coverage.
• VSP Vision Coverage.
• 403(B) Retirement Savings with matching contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave.
• Length of Service Award.
• Outstanding Employee of the Department Annual Award.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Accidental Coverage Insurance.
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• Educational Assistance (up to $5,200 a year).
• Professional Development Assistance.
• Licensure Supervision and Continued Education Provided.
• Employee Assistance Program’s (EAP).
• Wellness Stipend.
• Trauma Support Team – Monthly Loss Processing Group.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees