Crisis Counselor I - Fairview Heights, United States - Hoyleton Youth and Family Services

Description

Job Description

Crisis Interventionist I

The Crisis Counselor I will work collaboratively as part of the Mobile Crisis Response Team, responding to mental health crises in adults and children within St. Clair County. Ensure complete crisis assessments are made for all ages using evidence-based tools to determine the appropriate level of care and support needed. Provided follow-up supports to all clients encountered through the crisis program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure you/team responds immediately to the location of a behavioral health crisis to screen an individual's needs and assist the individual in receiving the appropriate level of care.
• Communicate effectively within a team environment to meet the needs of those experiencing behavioral health crises
• Provide brief therapeutic interventions as follow-up support to all who have engaged with our Mobile Crisis Response Team.
• Completes screenings, assessments, and other necessary clinical documentation.
• Maintain compliance with COA and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed timely and accurately.
• Assists clients in transition to other levels of service and connects families with the appropriate resources in the community.
• Work across departments to collaborate on suicide prevention practices and crisis needs
• Assist with after-hours crisis collaboration as needed
• Completes other duties as assigned.

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Excellent engagement skills.
• Willingness and ability to flex schedule as program needs change.
• Skill in providing diagnostic, preventive, and/or therapeutic services to individuals.
• Must possess the knowledge, personal qualities, and practice skills to work effectively with professionals in other organizations and from other disciplines and to provide services in a manner that reflects understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism.
• Must be at least 21 years of age

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling, social work, psychology, or related human service field.
• The ability and willingness to actively participate in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Previous mobile crisis response experience preferred
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.

CARE & TCI

One of the essential job functions of any position within the agency is to align your performance with our overarching philosophy of CARE. All decisions, actions, communication, and performance should align with the six CARE principles (Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship-Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma-Informed). Not only must you complete the CARE training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Every employee must also pass TCI training with a satisfactory grade in written and/or physical testing. All employees must remain current on refresher training that is provided monthly at all locations. You will be tested every 6 months on the physical portion, if applicable to your position. You will be tested annually on the written portion regardless of your position. If you are not current on your TCI refresher training every six months, you will be required to retake the full course. If you do not pass either test, you may be required to retake the full course. Not only must you complete the TCI training with satisfactory participation, but you must then put that training into practice in your everyday work.

Location: 62208