Crisis Triage Therapist – Evening Shift (MS/M.A.)

Wellstone; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health premiums (medical,

Dental and vision premiums

RSA retirement + optional 457(b) plan

9 paid holidays

Up to 15 PTO days per year

Life & AD&D insurance + LTD

Licensure reimbursement

Tuition discounts with Athens State, W

allace State University and Capella

Job summary

WellStone Emergency Services is seeking a Triage Therapist for full-time evening shifts in Huntsville, AL. The role involves crisis intake, assessments, and collaboration with the treatment team to determine appropriate care plans for clients in crisis.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a mental health discipline, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work a 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:00pm). Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a mental health discipline.
• Basic knowledge of working with a broad scope of cliental from varying demographic backgrounds and cultures.
• Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention and interventions common to acute psychotic clients, as well as, to non-violent crisis intervention practice.
• Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation principles.
• Knowledge of educational methods appropriate to adults with severe and persistent psychiatric disorders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and crisis screening duties for clients entering WellStone Emergency Services.
• Perform assessments over the phone when needed.
• Utilize assessment data to support a DSM V diagnosis.
• Demonstrate the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and know how to deescalate or resolve the situation.
• Effectively collaborate with the treatment team members in the delivery of clinical services.
• Participate in weekend therapist rotation as needed.
• Adhere to professional code of ethics.
• Effectively demonstrate the application of adult specific competencies.
• May be asked to assist with seclusion and restraint per Center's policy and procedures.
• Seek clinical supervision and consultation as needed.
• Accept and employ suggestions for improvement.
• Document in a timely fashion per Center policy.
• Document appropriate, complete, and clinically comprehensive mental health assessments.
• Treat clients with care, dignity and compassion.
• Respect client's privacy and confidentiality.
• Actively participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Actively participate in Center committees as required.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual EN/ES encouraged

Education

Master’s degree in a mental health discipline

Job description

WellStone Emergency Services is seeking a Triage Therapist for full-time evening shifts in Huntsville, AL. The role involves crisis intake, assessments, and collaboration with the treatment team to determine appropriate care plans for clients in crisis.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a mental health discipline, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work a 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:00pm). Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged.