3) Contingent, various shifts based on agency needs
Base pay: Limited License: $25 - $27, Full License: $28 - $29, plus shift differential.
About You
Provide immediate in-person support to individuals experiencing mental health crises and emotional distress. Assist people/families resources and services, de-escalate crisis situations, and provide appropriate interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of clients. To view full job description details click here: GMCS - Crisis Interventionist II - Job Description
Day In The Life
Assess crisis situation and person/family’s needs
Provide active crisis intervention that is welcoming, trauma-informed, brief, and solution-focused to adults/children presenting with emergent or urgent need
Provide referrals, arrange for psychiatric evaluations, facilitate authorization for hospitalization if unable to successfully divert, and inter- and intra-agency services
Facilitate transition to appropriate aftercare services and assist with implementation of individual recovery plans and coordination of natural supports
Act as an advocate for the needs and rights of every person/family including with service providers and community agents
What You Need To Apply
Bachelor's degree in human service field
Professional licensure in the State of Michigan (LLBSW or LBSW)
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Minimum of one (1) year experience working with people with mental health, substance use and/or developmental disabilities
Experience working in crisis intervention or emergency mental health services
Experience with broad range of age groups and disabilities, including children
Experience with persons with co-occurring mental illness and substance use disorder
Strong knowledge of mental health disorders, crisis assessment, and intervention techniques
Preferred:
Certification in/or willing to obtain a development plan with MCBAP for the following (within 30 days of hire):
CADC - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Meets criteria as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) defined by the State of Michigan
Meets criteria as a Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP) OR Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) defined by the State of Michigan
Common Ground is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
Common Ground provides a lifeline for individuals and families in crisis, victims of crime, persons with urgent mental health needs, and people trying to cope with critical situations.
