Clinician: Mobile Response Team (MRT) - Master's Level

David Lawrence Center; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

David Lawrence Centers For Behavioral Health seeks a Clinician for the Mobile Response Team (MRT) at the Master’s level in Naples, FL. This full-time, salaried role involves 24/7 crisis response, risk assessments, and multidisciplinary collaboration with psychiatrists, nurses, and MRT staff.

The position requires a Master’s degree, 2+ years of related experience, and a Florida driver’s license. Training is provided; some after-hours and weekend work is expected.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Health Care Administration or related field.
• At least 2 years of related work experience.
• Current Florida Driver's License.
• Experience with diverse populations; program implementation skills; age-related or specialty needs.
• Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of severe mental illness and substance use disorders.
• Pass Level II DCF fingerprinting and background checks; immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to crisis situations, perform risk assessments and safety planning.
• Provide a range of clinical services in school, home, and community settings.
• Travel to multiple sites, homes, or residences within the service area.
• Deliver comprehensive crisis intervention counseling.
• Coordinate with DLC resources and community services for higher levels of care.
• Support the MRT team and participate in after-hours coverage as needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Clinical assessment

Risk assessment

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Clinician: Mobile Response Team (MRT) - Master's Level

Job Title: Clinician: Mobile Response Team (MRT) - Master's Level

Location: Naples, Florida

Company: David Lawrence Centers For Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full-Time & Salaried/Exempt
~ Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM during Training Period
~ Monday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday, 8AM-6PM, after Training Period

Salary: Starting at $60,000 (Ultimate Compensation based on experience, education, language skills and potential impact)
Hiring Incentives: New Hire Incentive Bonus, Immediate PTO Accrual, Full Benefits W/401k, Professional Development & Tuition Programs, Wellness Programs & EAP, Licensure & Certification Assistance.

Job Summary: Our innovative Mobile Crisis Response Team at DLC rapidly responds 24/7 to requests for crisis interventions in the community. Referral sources include health care providers, family members, self-referral, law enforcement, and other community members. This is a fast-paced environment where Clinicians work collaboratively with Psychiatrists, Nurses, and MRT Client Care Specialists to meet the needs of Clients and families via a multi-disciplinary team approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responding to crisis situations, conducting risk assessments, triage duties and completing safety planning with individuals in crisis.
• Performing a range of clinical services related to the assessment/care/treatment of individuals experiencing crises, in the school, home, and community.
• Local travel including to/from:
  • ~ Multiple service sites, to the homes, or residences or persons served, and within the community.
  • ~ Homes and residences
  • ~ Additional community locations
• Providing comprehensive crisis intervention counseling services.
• Connecting individuals who need a more intensive level of Mental Health/Substance Use Disorder services to the appropriate resources within DLC and the community.
• Other duties as assigned by the ESAC/MRT Associate Director.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Health Care Administration or related field = Required
• At least 2 years of experience in related environment (mental health, group homes, prison, detention centers, etc.) = Required
• Current and clear Florida Driver's License = Required
• Demonstrated expertise in the following = Required
  • ~ Working with and relating to a diversity of diverse cultural/social/economic backgrounds
  • ~ Program implementation skills
  • ~ Competency in age-related or specialty issues/developmental needs
  • ~ Assessment, diagnosis and treatment regarding severe and persistent mental illness and substance use disorders
• Ability to effectively utilize available resources to ensure a comprehensive, holistic and integrated treatment approach that supports evidence-based practices = Required
• Well-founded clinical and risk management skills = Required
• Flexibility, accessibility, working after hours, including some weekends, to ensure accountability and integrity = Required
• Exceptional skills in organization (time and information) and communication (written and verbal) = Required
• Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) and Electronic Medical Records experience = Strongly Preferred
• Staying compliant on all trainings and immunizations = Required
• Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting (General Information can be found HERE ), Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check = Required

Physical Requirements: This position requires a mix of physical activities throughout the workday. Duties involve periods of standing, sitting, and walking, often across various areas of the site. The role also includes tasks that may require bending, reaching, and other physical movements. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. A reasonable level of physical stamina and mobility is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.