Mobile Crisis Van Clinician Position Available In Bristol, Massachusetts

Mobile Crisis Van Clinician Child & Family Services Inc

• 3.6 New Bedford, MA Job Details Full-time $30.00
• $31.

50 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Mileage reimbursement AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Crisis intervention

LADC LMFT LMHC

Spanish Master of Social Work LICSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker Social work Safety plans Mid-level Master’s degree Driver’s License Supervising experience Haitian Creole Clinical Psychology Portuguese Cape Verdean Creole Social Work 1 year Communication skills Full Job Description Summary The MCI (Mobile Crisis Intervention) Van Clinician will use their knowledge of and experience with utilizing services and the wraparound process to provide clinical care and support to adults, youth, and their families and to prevent hospitalization and stabilize adults and youth in the community. This position will fulfill their job responsibilities through the utilization of CFS’ new Mobile Crisis Van (MCV). Child and Family Services recognizes the power in Diversity and believes that Equity is a Human Right. $1 per hour Language Differential! (eligible languages include: Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Spanish or ASL)

SCHEDULE

MONDAY-FRIDAY 1ST

SHIFT / 9AM-5PM

(some flexibility with hours) Job Responsibilities & Essential Functions Provide short term service that is mobile, on site, face to face therapeutic response to an individual experiencing a behavioral health crisis for the purpose of identifying, assessing, treating, and stabilizing the situation and reducing immediate risk of danger to the individual’s or others consistent with the individuals risk management safety plan Provide brief solution focused interventions and reassess current level of need with the adult waiting for higher level of care treatment Post crisis evaluation and intervention throughout the follow up period when applicable Work collaboratively with supportive and peer staff to provide resources/referrals, support, and psychoeducation to families Attend community-based meetings in conjunction with the adult, their families, and providers to assist with advocacy and addressing safety concerns Complete collateral contacts with the adult’s providers Engage the client in safety planning Able to provide clinical care and support to adult and their families to prevent hospitalization and stabilize adult in the community Ability to move quickly in responding to emergencies Provide triage through the call center Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to accompany the van at community events throughout the catchment area Complete intake data form by telephone or in person either on site or at outreach locations Confirm health care coverage Conduct comprehensive mental health status exam for adult and utilizing an admissions/screening instrument which includes providing a diagnosis in accordance with the DSM IV and DSMV Telephone screening and consultations Understanding of different treatment modalities that can be applied to stabilize clients in their home and prevent hospitalization Consult with program director/administrator on call and or consulting psychiatrist prior to disposition plan to include outpatient services, hospitalization, or hospital diversion Participate in regularly scheduled clinical supervision, staff meetings, staff development, and training curriculum Assist in maintaining a welcoming mobile environment free of clutter and debris, allowing for a positive therapeutic experience If licensed, complete continued education to maintain clinical professional licensure and ensure that licensure remains active All 24-hour/Acute Care Services program staff are considered essential. Essential staff are defined as personnel who are expected to report to work as scheduled, regardless of holidays and/or during any emergency situation and/or agency closing (i.e., inclement weather) to ensure the ongoing operations of the program. Due to the type of work and client needs, this position may need to work beyond a forty-hour work week. Additionally, essential staff may be required to remain on shift or work an additional shift until relief staff are available. All 24-hour/Acute Care Services program staff will be assigned a home department. However, there is an expectation that this position mobilizes and responds to cases throughout the catchment areas in times of need and reports to other MCI offices (New Bedford, Fall River, Plymouth) as requested by management. For overnight positions, staff are required to stay awake for the entirety of their shift. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions Travel Required Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that meets CFS Driver Policy. Travel is required to provide services in different settings and to attend agency meetings, events, and trainings. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Required Education and Experience A completed master’s degree in Social Work, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or other clinical licensure eligible degree program is required. This individual must be license eligible for an LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT or LADC-I. Must have a minimum of one year experience working with adults and/or children and their families within a clinical role. Knowledge of and experience with utilizing services and the Wraparound process preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license that meets CFS Driver Policy.

Cultural Competency Qualifications:

Awareness of personal attitudes, beliefs, biases, and assumptions about others Knowledge of the various dimensions of diversity, including gender, race, and ethnicity Acknowledging that people from other cultural groups may not share the same beliefs and practices or perceive experiences in the same way Cultural knowledge of key populations that will be served to address disparities in service delivery Demonstrates positive attitudes towards cultural differences by showing respect and openness towards people whose social and cultural background is different from one’s own Demonstrates skills for communication and interaction across cultures, including the ability to recognize and manage personal behaviors, moods, and impulses to create an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming climate within the agency

Benefits:

Benefit eligible at 20+ hours Medical

• Harvard Pilgrim/Health Plans
• 75% employer paid for full-time employees Dental
• Delta Dental Vision
• Eye Med 2 weeks’ vacation accrued over 1st year, 3 weeks after 3 years, 4 weeks after 5 years and 5 weeks after 20 years 12 sick days per year (accrued monthly); 2 personal days per year 10 paid holidays 401K
• CFS matches first 1% at 100%; 2
• 6% of annual earnings are matched at 50% Tuition reimbursement
• Up to $1,500 per calendar year FREE Clinical Supervision towards licensure & Professional Licensure reimbursement (LICSW, LMHC) FREE CEU’s and Trainings
• up to 1,000 trainings available! Flexible spending accounts
• save on medical expenses and dependent care!

100% Employer paid Life Insurance 100% Employer paid Long Term Disability and AD&D Mileage Reimbursement of .62 cents/mile & Employee Discount Program FREE Employee Assistance Program and AbilitiCBT Mental Health program for employees & their family Child and Family Services, Inc. values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages applicants from the BIPOC, LGBTQ+, AAPI, Hispanic, Latinx and Veteran communities to apply for employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, gender, sex,( including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.