Crisis Stabilization Specialist - Evenings/Nights

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Crisis Access team member for Linn County to support adults in mental health crisis around the clock. This role helps develop and implement crisis stabilization plans and works with the mental health team to assess immediate needs and coordinate follow-up care.

A Bachelor’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology, or related human services is preferred, with two years of relevant experience and a valid Iowa driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology or other human services related is preferred.
• Highschool diploma or 2-year Associates degree will be considered.
• Two years of relatable work experience in mental health and other human service-related positions.
• Iowa Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.
• Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
• Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.
• Collaborate with the individual in crisis to develop and implement a crisis stabilization plan. This plan will assist the individual developing and implementing strategies which will help them to manage the impact of the crisis as they return home.
• Create a supportive environment that includes admission process to the program, assessing status and immediate needs in collaboration with the mental health team.
• Skill development interventions with the individual and documenting observable behaviors and symptoms.
• Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.

Skills

Mental health experience

Iowa Driver's License

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology or related human services

Highschool diploma or 2-year Associates degree considered

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Crisis Access team member for Linn County to support adults in mental health crisis around the clock. This role helps develop and implement crisis stabilization plans and works with the mental health team to assess immediate needs and coordinate follow-up care.

A Bachelor’s degree in social work, nursing, psychology, or related human services is preferred, with two years of relevant experience and a valid Iowa driver’s license.