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Family Health Psychiatric and Counseling Center

Crisis Residential Unit Support Specialist

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$37,824 / year median in Michigan

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

The Mental Health Support Specialist performs job duties on an independent basis, subject to periodic direction, evaluation, and review. An employee in this class conducts new admissions and orientation with a welcoming approach which involves the ability to recognize and understand mental illness and substance abuse diagnoses and typical behaviors. A Mental Health Support Specialist coaches and supports consumers in stabilizing, including providing activities to assist with health stabilizing, intervening with consumer conflict, applying NAPPI skills, and assuring safety for consumers in threatening situations. An employee in this class performs facility/ safety duties as assigned by a supervisor including monitoring rooms, food and facility safety and cleaning issues and corrects or reports problems as needed and performs related work activities as assigned. Preferred bachelor's degree in the mental health field. CTRS are encouraged to apply. •seeking 2nd and 3rd shift applicants (full or part time)
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Alma, MI 48801 (Preferred) Ability to
Relocate:
Alma, MI 48801: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person