Clinical Supervisor-Mobile Community Assertive Treatment- Mon-Fri- 8AM-4:30PM

Frontier Behavioral Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Signing bonus

Licensure supervision

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Frontier Behavioral Health is seeking a Supervisor I/II for Mobile Crisis Assessment and Treatment. The role focuses on crisis intervention, supervision, and coordinating rapid response teams to serve youth and adults in community settings.

Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s in behavioral sciences, have crisis intervention experience, and possess an active license or be in DOH licensure process. Benefits include strong PTO, health plans, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in the behavioral sciences.
• Two years’ post-master’s degree experience in crisis intervention and mental health treatment.
• Active DOH licensure or pursuit for licensure within 6 months.
• Valid driver's license and ability to use personal vehicle for work.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis assessment and stabilization services in the community.
• Train and supervise MCAT staff weekly.
• Cover shifts as needed.
• Travel to client sites and collaborate with agencies.
• Ensure data collection and reporting per guidelines.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Supervision skills

Education

Master's degree in behavioral sciences

Job description

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission. Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County. At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

SHIFT: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM

Mobile Crisis Assessment and Treatment (MCAT) team:

Individuals, 22 years of age and older, served by the MCAT team demonstrate a need for crisis intervention and/or stabilization services or have demonstrated a medical necessity for inpatient psychiatric hospitalization. Priority is given to referrals from DCRs, PSHMC Psychiatric Triage, First Responders, Hospital Emergency Departments, and others with concerns about an individual who may be at risk for inpatient psychiatric admission or intervention and stabilization services. MCAT serves individuals who frequently access law enforcement, emergency departments and the legal system. Individuals served may have a co-occurring disorder and might also be homeless. MCAT also provide crisis response services for individuals who the Health Care Authority has identified as a Trueblood class member.

The supervisor of Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Teams (MRRCT) provides direct supervision of assigned staff and participates in planning and evaluation of the program.

The supervisor trains and supervises staff to ensure compliance and implementation of program goals and objectives. The supervisor provides consultation and education to other FBH staff and the community and supports the operations of mobile crisis response in the provision of crisis intervention and evaluation services for youth, adults and families in a behavioral health crisis. Mobile crisis response services provide rapid response, assessment services, crisis intervention, supportive counseling, linkage to requested/necessary resources and appropriate community-based mental health and SUD treatment services for ongoing treatment and follow-up. Mobile crisis response services are primarily provided in the community. Engagement and ancillary services may also be provided at an inpatient facility as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:

• Ensure the following services are provided in the community by MCAT members: Creation or further development of recovery plans and on-going support to promote care plan goals and objectives. Provision of individual services in a range of settings. Provision of crisis and hospital diversion services to individuals and families at high risk. Provide initial and follow-up phone and face to face assessments for clients who are at high risk to ensure stabilization and/or services were obtained. Complete suicide and homicide risk assessments as well as determine if the individual’s health and safety needs are compromised in order to determine a level of response needed to maintain the safety of the client or others. Develop viable safety plans to support the individual in crisis. Provide referral services to individuals in crisis requesting assistance or 3rd party referral sources to provide community stabilization services to the identified individual in crisis, including linkage to a Designated Crisis Responder (DCR). Assist non-Medicaid individuals to access Medicaid as appropriate.
• Facilitate use of/access to crisis hospital diversion resources, including Stabilization and/or ET admission.
• Maintain and provide required data as specified in the SCRBH-ASO Crisis Response Services Provider Guide.
• Obtain necessary training for team members to increase their skills for engaging clients so less restrictive alternatives to inpatient psychiatric admissions can be utilized.
• Provide weekly supervision to each assigned mobile crisis response member.
• Cover shifts as needed.
• Be involved in quality improvement projects to assist the team in being successful at diverting inpatient admissions.
• Represent the agency in a positive and professional manner. Maintain and enhance customer service to ensure that both external and internal customers of FBH have a positive experience, as well as establish and maintain a collaborative relationship with FBH staff.
• Maintain working relationships with the courts, attorneys, private psychiatrists, police and sheriff's deputies, jail staff, clinical and administrative persons at inpatient psychiatric facilities throughout the state, staff of other agencies, advocate and consumer groups and citizens.
• Comply with all state WAC requirements and FBH policies and procedures.
• Perform FBH charting requirements, correspondence, Workday, and other paperwork in a complete and timely manner.
• Participate in peer review, supervision, educational and administrative meetings as directed.
• MCAT requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE:

REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in the behavioral sciences
• Two years’ post master’s degree experience in crisis intervention and the direct provision of mental health treatment services.
• At the time of hire, must meet the requirements of a Mental Health Professional as defined by WAC 246-341-0200 by having applied for one of the following DOH credentials: Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor (LAAC) OR License Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) OR Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Associate (LICSWA) OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) AND THEN Credential must be active with DOH within 6 months of hire date unless currently meeting preferred licensure credential requirement below.
• Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.

PREFERRED:

• Active DOH licensure (e.g., LMHC, LICSW, LMFT) in the State of Washington (Licensed employees have the title Supervisor II) Previous supervisory experience preferred.

PAY RANGE (Hourly/Non-Exempt):

Supervisor I - No Licensure: $36.57- $44.55
Supervisor II - Licensure: $39.45 - $48.06
All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay is as follows:
Supervisor I - No Licensure: $36.57 hourly
Supervisor II - Licensure: $39.45 hourly #IND1

OUR BENEFITS AND PERKS are Amazing!

WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE: Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment! Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays! Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time. Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year. BENEFITS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match. Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire. PERKS: www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks Signing Bonus! No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure. Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs. Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position. Free Employee Assistance Program Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane! Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.

APPLICANT ACCOMMODATIONS:

To request accommodation with our application process, please contact Human Resources at 509-458-7461. Job seekers may also obtain assistance, including auxiliary accommodations/ aids, by calling WorkSource Spokane at 509-532-3120.

OUR EEO POLICY

It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate and that ; a) has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance, or c) otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment opportunities. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group.