Supervisor -Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention

MultiCare Health System•Puyallup, WA

About The Position

The Supervisor of Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention provides crisis intervention and evaluation services in accordance with established policies and procedures, addressing the needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and/or geriatric patients and their families. Working collaboratively with the Manager of Crisis Services, the Supervisor helps ensure 24/7 crisis services are appropriately staffed and daily operations run smoothly. The role oversees services delivered at the mental health center, in the community, emergency rooms, schools, clients’ residences, and other locations as requested. The selected candidate will be embedded within the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department in Parkland for part of their schedule and must successfully pass the department’s additional background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, or a master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
Three years of experience performing direct crisis services.
Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered credential within 30 days, and obtain an applicable credential within 90 days of hire unless a higher credential is held. Listed credentials include Counselor Agency Affiliated Certified or Licensed; LMHCA or LMHC; LMFTA or LMFT; LSWAA, LASW, LSWAIC, or LICSW.
Previous experience in a supervisory role or demonstrated leadership skills.
Successfully pass the additional Pierce County Sheriff’s Department background check.

Responsibilities

Provide crisis intervention and evaluation services in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with the Manager of Crisis Services to ensure 24/7 crisis services are appropriately staffed.
Help ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly.
Oversee services provided at the mental health center, in the community, emergency rooms, schools, clients’ residences, and other locations as requested.