Mobile Crisis Peer Support Specialist
About The Position
In this vital role as a Mobile Crisis Peer Support Specialist, you will leverage your personal lived experiences and understanding of behavioral health challenges to provide real-time support to individuals facing crises. Stationed in an active-response mobile van, you will respond to urgent mental health calls day or night, offering immediate behavioral health support, conducting assessments, implementing crisis interventions, and connecting clients with essential resources. We are looking for compassionate, adaptable individuals ready to serve their community by providing life-changing care. This role offers varied shifts, including day, swing, and night shifts, to accommodate the dynamic nature of crisis response. If you're ready to use your skills to make a significant impact and transform lives, apply today and join us in this unique and rewarding opportunity!
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; some college coursework in psychology or a related field preferred.
- Lived experience with mental health challenges or related issues is REQUIRED.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.
- Ability to remain calm and supportive in high-stress situations.
- Knowledge of local mental health resources and support systems.
- Flexibility and willingness to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends, to oversee crisis response operations.
- Certification as a Peer Support Specialist is required, or must be willing and able to obtain certification.
- Must be able to obtain a WA State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential within the first 60 days of hire.
- Must have a Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Crisis Assessment and Intervention: Respond to crisis calls as a member of a mobile crisis team in the community.
- Follow-up: Provide follow up services for clients after a crisis.
- Support: Provide empathetic support and active listening to individuals in crisis.
- Building Rapport: Use personal lived experiences to foster trust and rapport with clients.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with behavioral health professionals, law enforcement, and community resources to ensure comprehensive support.
- Crisis Management: Assist clients in developing coping strategies and crisis management plans.
- Community Resource Liaison: Educate clients and their families about behavioral health resources and support services.
- Documentation: Document interactions and maintain accurate records of services provided.
- Training and Supervision: Participate in regular training and supervision to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Education and Outreach: Participate in community outreach programs aimed at raising awareness of behavioral health issues and available resources.
- Diversity, Equity, Justice, Inclusion: Relate to others professionally, respecting individual and cultural differences. Understand how cultural background might impact crisis intervention and treatment.
Benefits
- 100% Paid Medical & Dental Insurance
- Full time Team Member and child(ren) coverage until child's 26th birthday
- Spouse/Domestic Partner coverage available (team member pays full cost)
- Paid Life Insurance
- 2x annual salary + additional $25,000
- Long Term Disability Insurance (60% monthly salary)
- 100% premiums paid by Sound
- 18 Days of Paid Rest and Relaxation (Vacation) - beginning first year
- 12 Days of Paid Sick Leave
- 9 Days of Paid Holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- for health care (limited) and dependent day care costs (pre-tax)
- Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
- The Standard
- Sound retirement plan:
- 401(k) plan (organization contribution) – Sound contributes 3% to team members plan even if you don’t.
- Team members are 100% vested; team members may contribute to their own plan
- Paid Training
- Free in-house professional training and $400 annually + 3 paid days off-site training
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Free Supervision Hours - Washington State Licensure
- Service Award - at 5,10,15,20 & 25 years of service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
