Mobile Client Services Specialist - Families Forward/Crisis Services

Ceicmh; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening shift premium

Night shift premium

Weekend premium

Job summary

CMHA-CEI in Lansing, Michigan seeks a qualified professional to perform a range of direct and indirect mental health and substance abuse services as part of a multidisciplinary crisis-oriented team. You will provide in-person and phone-based crisis intervention, assist with hospital referrals, and coordinate referrals to community programs.

The role may include case management and documentation while upholding CMHA-CEI’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field required.
• Two years supervised experience in examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors and their families with SEW/ID is required.
• Must gain proficiency in CMHA-CEI computer software systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and assistance with hospital referrals.
• Recommends referrals to programs and services in the community.
• May provide case management and brief crisis intervention planning.
• Maintain detailed case documentation.

Skills

Leadership skills

Group facilitation

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field

Tools

CMHA-CEI software systems

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

Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Families Forward Crisis Services Coordinator, serves as a professional performing a wide range of direct and indirect mental health and substance abuse services within a multi-disciplinary, crisis-oriented team to provide immediate crisis intervention services to consumers with a chronic mental illness, possible developmental disability and/or co-occurring substance abuse issues. Provides in person and phone based crisis intervention and assistance with providing hospital referrals. Recommends referrals to various programs, program components and other services in the community. May provide case management; facilitation of a brief crisis intervention plan; outreach to consumers with multiple needs; and mental health services in a short-term crisis intervention program. Responsible for detailed case documentation. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program/sub-unit in such a manner that fulfills CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures. CMHA-CEI is a Michigan Certified Bronze Level Veteran Friendly Employer and we encourage active military service member, veterans, and their family member to apply.

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or other related field required. Two years supervised experience in the examination, evaluation, and treatment of minors and their families with Severe Emotional Disturbance or Intellectual is required. Must possess ability to monitor and facilitate the delivery of community-based integrative services from diverse providers. Strong leadership skills and group facilitation skills required. Must be an energetic, flexible, creative, innovative individual who can develop strength-based, family-centered supportive case plans. Ability to function as part of a team is critical. Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally is required.Must have the ability to gain proficiency in CMHA-CEI computer software systems. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required. May be required to be physically able to perform Therapeutic Options A&B. Other requirements, if needed, will depend upon area of assignment and program need.

Conditional Employment Requirements: Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a background verification and credentialing procedure consisting of: Michigan State Police clearance check, undergo and pass a Central Registry Screening, verification of a professional license, Medicaid/Medicare verification, verification of an acceptable driving record, educational background check and verification of an acceptable work history. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.

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.

Salary/Hours: $27.12 - $30.37per hour with scheduled, annual increases that can resultin a hourly rate of $35.25 per hour. 12am - 8am Monday - Friday.

Location: Families Forward/Crisis Services/Crisis Care Center, Lansing, Michigan.