24/7 Mobile Crisis Counselor - Extra Help

Amador County; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Amador County in California is seeking a Crisis Services Counselor I/II to provide crisis intervention services for the 24-Hour Crisis Services Program. The role includes evaluating individuals in the Amador County Jail, Sutter Amador Hospital emergency department, or Behavioral Health offices and may initiate involuntary holds under W&I Code 5150.

Mobile crisis interventions and follow up are included. The position requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and licensure eligibility with

Qualifications

• Crisis intervention principles and procedures.
• Psychosocial features of mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Protocols for suicide assessment and psychosocial dysfunction.
• Therapeutic treatment methods in behavioral health.
• Knowledge of state, federal, and local laws for detainment and services.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention counseling and triage.
• Interview client and family to gather precipitating information.
• Coordinate with first responders, ER staff, and law enforcement.
• Evaluate suicide potential and develop a short-term safety plan.
• Document crisis interventions promptly and accurately.
• Arrange referrals to appropriate providers and services.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Psychosocial assessment

Suicide risk assessment

Ethical/legal detainment

Interagency collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in social work/psychology/counseling or related field

Licensure eligibility with BBS as AMFT/ACSW/APCC

Job description

Amador County in California is seeking a Crisis Services Counselor I/II to provide crisis intervention services for the 24-Hour Crisis Services Program. The role includes evaluating individuals in the Amador County Jail, Sutter Amador Hospital emergency department, or Behavioral Health offices and may initiate involuntary holds under W&I Code 5150.

Mobile crisis interventions and follow up are included. The position requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field and licensure eligibility with