Mobile Crisis Mental Health Specialist (QMHS)

Applewood Centers Inc; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Tuition discounts

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Health insurance

Job summary

Applewood Centers Inc. seeks a Qualified Mental Health Specialist for mobile response to youth and families in crisis. You will work with a team to assess, de-escalate, and stabilize situations in community settings, within hours of contact.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, documentation, and safety planning, with flexible hours across shifts. A valid driver's license and CPR/First Aid are required, and agency training is provided.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Licensure: After hire, must complete agency training for QMHS certification.
• Experience: Minimum three years with youth and families in mental health setting.
• Other: First Aid and CPR training required; must have valid driver's license and driving record; must be approved to transport clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile response to family-identified crisis within one hour.
• Engage youth and families in de-escalation and assess risk.
• Facilitate hospitalization when necessary.
• Assist with CANS assessment and MRSS safety plan development.
• Provide stabilization services for up to six weeks.
• Maintain clinical records per licensing and accreditation standards.
• Respect client privacy per HIPPA; safeguard confidential material.
• Engage family and caregivers in treatment planning.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Valid driver's license

Youth & families experience

Crisis response

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Applewood Centers Inc. seeks a Qualified Mental Health Specialist for mobile response to youth and families in crisis. You will work with a team to assess, de-escalate, and stabilize situations in community settings, within hours of contact.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, documentation, and safety planning, with flexible hours across shifts. A valid driver's license and CPR/First Aid are required, and agency training is provided.