26-12200 Relief Mental Health Worker - FF/Crisis Services

CMHA; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CMHA-CEI — Families Forward Crisis Services in Lansing, MI — is seeking staff to support children in acute behavioral health crisis. You will provide short-term crisis intervention, assist therapists, and help families while ensuring a safe, supportive environment in office, community, and home settings.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Valid MI driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience with children with severe emotional disturbance is required.
• Ability to problem solve crisis situations and provide crisis intervention.
• Must have valid Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term crisis intervention and support to children and families.
• Assist therapists and interact with consumers in crisis situations.
• Transport consumers and families when needed, and maintain a secure environment.
• Data collection and program/sub-unit duties aligned with CMHA-CEI policies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Shift Incentive Opportunities

+ $1.25/hour for hours worked 5pm – 12am

+ $2/hour for hours worked 12am – 8am

+ $3/hour for weekends worked Friday 5pm – Monday 8am

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

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Coordinator or Supervisor of Families Forward Crisis Services, staff serving Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic individuals in need of specialized behavioral health service providing a supportive atmosphere to children experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Provides assistance to therapists and interacts with consumers in a short-term crisis intervention program. Duties include a variety of supportive services and direct interventions with children experiencing behavioral health crisis. Transportation of consumers and families is possible. Responsible for maintaining a secure environment. Data collection. Services will be provided in the office, community and consumer’s home. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures.

Requirements

Minimum High School diploma or G.E.D.is required. A minimum of one (1) years’ experience working with children with severe emotional disturbance is required. Ability to problem solve crisis situations, de-escalate behavioral health crisis and provide crisis intervention with consumers both individually and in group meetings required. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively in verbal and written form is required. 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 Michigan State Police clearance check, verification of an acceptable Michigan driving record, and pass a Central Registry Screening annually. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Salary/Hours

$19.85 per hour. 0-19 hours per week.

Location

Families Forward/Crisis Services, Lansing, Michigan.

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.