26-10548 Relief Client Service Specialist AMHS/Crisis Services

Ceicmh; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

CMHA-CEI is seeking a qualified mental health professional for AMHS/Crisis Services in Lansing, MI. The role involves responding to crisis lines, performing crisis interventions, teaching coping skills, and coordinating with police and other providers.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in social work or psychology and has at least one year of relevant experience; computer proficiency is required. This is a part-time position with hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of professional experience working with persons with mental illness.
• Ability to operate a computer and gain proficiency in CMHA-CEI’s computer systems, including Smart Care and Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Answer crisis lines and conduct crisis intervention encounters with individuals on the phone.
• Provide brief Solution Focused Therapy, coping skills teaching, de-escalation, and problem-solving assistance.
• Document contacts and input data into the electronic records system; recommend referrals and assist with hospital referrals/placements as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field

Job description

CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service member, veterans, and their family member to apply.

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Coordinator, Adult Mental Health Services/Crisis Services serves as a professional performing a wide range of direct and indirect mental health services, including answering the crisis phone lines, conducting crisis intervention encounters with individuals on the phone, providing brief Solution Focused Therapy, teaching coping skills, conducting de-escalation, aiding individuals with problem-solving, connecting with appropriate level of care, and working with police, 911 call center, and other providers as needed. Additional duties include documenting contacts, providing support via data entry into the electronic records system, recommending referrals to various programs, program components, or other services in the community, and assisting with hospital referrals/placements for inpatient needs. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA’s mission, policies, and procedures.

Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or a related field is required. A minimum of one year of professional experience working with persons with mental illness is required. On a case-by-case basis, we may assess and consider an applicant with two years of paraprofessional experience working with persons with mental illness is required. Must be able to operate a computer and have the ability to gain proficiency in CMHA-CEI’s computer systems, including Smart Care and Microsoft Word. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job-related use is required.

Conditional Employment Requirements: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a criminal background check and verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equal opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Hours/Salary: $27.12 hourly. Part-time 0-19 hours weekly.

Location: AMHS/Crisis Services, Lansing, MI.