Non Licensed Therapist

WELLSTONE • Cullman, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Crisis Team of Cullman County is a two-person team (Master level/Bachelor level or Peer Support) available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year to respond to Cullman County residents in mental health and behavioral health crisis. The Mobile Crisis Team assists with resolving immediate crisis through assessment, direct intervention, or a referral. Referrals are received through community stakeholders, 988, and other community members. The goal is to provide the least restrictive care while avoiding overuse of the local emergency department, law enforcement, and inpatient hospitalization. This is a full-time 3rd shift position working Monday - Friday, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM.

Requirements

• Masters in a social sciences field with a clinical practicum or internship
• At least 1 year postmasters clinical experience preferred
• Acceptable 3 year driving record & reliable transportation
• Valid Alabama Driver’s License w/ required Personal Liability Insurance Automobile Insurance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours
• Ability to work as a member of a Team

Nice To Haves

• Preferred minimum of one year working with seriously emotionally disturbed children (SED)
• Previous experience working with crisis

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and/or family therapy with children and adolescent population ages three to eighteen.
• Work with Program Manager and Co-Therapist to assist families on a 24/7 call basis.
• Provide Crisis Intervention for client and client’s family when called.
• Perform initial assessments, intakes and prepare documentation of such for client’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Prepare with client a treatment plan to include goals.
• Facilitate warm hand-off to Co-Therapist and or Care Coordinator.
• Obtain certification in the CANS System.
• Conduct CANS Assessments
• Work closely with co-therapist, care coordinator & guardians regarding client’s needs.
• Participate in various meetings to include departmental, divisional, or other meetings as required.
• Complete billing documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain educational requirements regarding licensure per AL Department of Mental Health state standards.
• Perform outreach in partnership with DHR.
• Work 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends twice a month.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision premiums
• State Retirement participation through RSA plus an optional 457b plan with a company match
• Nine (9) paid holidays throughout the year
• Ability to continually accrue up to 15 days of PTO a year (unused rolls over)
• Company-paid Group Life and AD&D insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Licensure reimbursement
• Tuition discounts through learning partnerships with Athens State University, Wallace State Community College, and Capella University

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level