Zone Lead | Mobile Crisis Region 4

Benchmark Human Services-GA•Tifton, GA

1d•$82,000 - $87,500

About The Position

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves. Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country. We are hiring a Zone Lead for Region 4 to provide administrative support through the identification and attendance at key community meetings within the zone. This person will also assist with schedules for the Zone, identify staffing and scheduling issues, complete crisis response, and complete administrative duties on a regular basis, including but not limited to: documentation quality reviews, community outreach, and staff development.

Requirements

Must have a master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, and any other closely related behavioral health field of study.
LCSW or LPC required
Experience working with individuals with mental illness, emotional disorders, and substance-related disorders who are experiencing emotional or behavioral crisis.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Complete crisis assessments, including child and adolescent addendum and Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS)
Answer 100% of crisis dispatches, and respond face-to-face to all crisis calls within and average of 60 minutes
Assess for safety and complete involuntary commitment as needed (LCSW and LPC only)
Develop crisis safety plans and assist in facilitating linkage to the appropriate level of care
Follow up with individual’s provider, as appropriate to ensure they adhere to crisis-service-recommended support/service.
Facilitate referrals quickly to prevent escalation of crisis
Ensure customer service satisfaction surveys are given to consumers of crisis services
Complete necessary documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, to meet all regulatory requirements and facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources
Provide crisis follow-up services within 24 hours of crisis disposition for youth served, as well as any other individuals for whom it is clinically appropriate
Ensure individuals are linked with appropriate follow-up psychiatric, social, and or medical services before discharge
Will assist with the Collaborative committees and support their goals, both administratively and through outreach.
Complete documentation as required by Benchmark Human Services and state and federal regulation.