Crisis Center Specialist - Oshkosh, United States - Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Description
DEPARTMENT:
Human Services
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Recruitment will be ongoing
- _Employees enjoy the following benefits: health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, start earning 25 days of PTO in year of hire, and more_
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY:
Provides direct services to the residents of the Crisis Center as directed by the Crisis Center Supervisor or other professional staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Carries out the individualized service plans or crisis stabilization plans as directed by the Supervisor, Psychiatric Nurse, Crisis Center Professional, program professional staff, or other mental health professional staff.
- Operates Crisis Intervention/Helpline service, answering calls and providing assistance to callers experiencing various levels of crisis, from imminent suicide to routine requests for information.
- Observes and records behavior of the residents including progress on goals identified in their individual plans. Follows observation instructions for suicide precautions and withdrawal monitoring.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION:
- A high school education with some post high school training or experience (paid or volunteer) in the mental health or alcohol or other drug abuse field. Preference given to individuals who have a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning, preferably in social work, psychology, or a related field; or have completed a recognized alcohol and other drug abuse counselor training program.
- Must have a driver's license and the ability to move freely in the community.
COUNTY APPLICATION REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION:
Job Type:
Part-time
Pay:
$20.21 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location:
In person
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