25-10496 Mobile Crisis Mental Health Therapist FF-Children's Emergency Services

Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated clinician to join their team in providing vital crisis intervention services. This role involves working with youth and families in various settings, including offices and community locations, to deliver essential support during critical times. The ideal candidate will possess a master's degree in social work or psychology and have experience in managing cases involving severe emotional disturbances. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while collaborating with schools and law enforcement to ensure behavioral health stabilization. Join this forward-thinking organization and contribute to meaningful change in the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in social work or psychology.
• One year of experience with children and adolescents with SED.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and intake assessments for youth and families.
• Consult with service providers and document case details.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Assessment Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Master’s Degree in Psychology

Tools

Crisis Line Management

Case Documentation Software

Job description

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of Families Forward Crisis Services Coordinator or Supervisor, staff serves as a master’s level professional clinician performing crisis intervention services, screenings for psychiatric hospitalizations, and intake assessments primarily for youth and their families in the office, emergency rooms, home, and other community locations. Will provide mobile crisis intervention as a team in the community with schools, police officers, and other community providers for behavioral health stabilization. Recommends referrals to various Families Forward programs, program components, and other services in the community. Consults with service providers. Responsible for case documentation. Assess strengths by interviewing and observing consumers and their families. In conjunction with family, formulate a disposition that includes extensive safety planning. Answers the crisis line and provides verbal de-escalation and triage over the phone. Will occasionally see adults for crisis intervention and prescreens. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA’s mission, policies, and procedures.

Requirements: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field is required. Possession of an appropriate State of Michigan credential is required. One year of experience (professional or paraprofessional) in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of children and adolescents with Severe Emotional Disturbance and their families is required. One year of post Master’s experience with minors with SED and families within the past 6 years. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both in writing and verbally is required. Candidate must be able to work well with others. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable means of transportation for job-related use is required.

Conditional Employment Requirement: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a background verification and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, undergo and pass a Central Registry Screening, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable driving record, educational background check, and verification of an acceptable work history. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

To Apply: Applicants must submit an employment application. Resumes cannot be substituted for the employment application. CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Salary/Hours: $64,313 - $72,384 annually with scheduled annual increases that can result in a salary of $82,929, 40 hours per week. 11 pm - 11 am rotating two-week schedule.

Location: Families Forward/Emergency Services, Lansing, Michigan.