Crisis Counselor | MCORT

Description

CSPNJ is a mental health nonprofit agency seeking a full-time Bachelor Level Crisis Counselor for the Mobile Crisis Outreach Response Teams (MCORT) in Middlesex and Union counties.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate support, crisis intervention, and promote mental health and wellness.
• Document services based on billing and regulatory standards; and reflect all demographic data.
• Demonstrate competency in appropriate care, trauma informed, de-escalation techniques, suicide assessment, and safety planning.
• Develop individual care plans for each crisis.
• Provide linkage to ongoing community mental health services, and initiate follow-up contacts to ensure further crisis diversion.
• Collaborate with individuals to identify strengths, goals, and areas for skill-building.
• Develop and implement person-centered plans to empower individuals in their recovery journey.
• Work with community referral sources and stabilization provider networks regarding case management and linkages to stabilization and aftercare services.

Requirements

• MUST have a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in a crisis setting.
• The ability to write clear, concise, and accurate billable progress notes.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and people skills.
• A prominent level of patience and emotional resilience.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure when dealing with challenging situations.
• Great critical thinking skills and the ability to adapt and act accordingly to situations.
• Highly organized with proven ability to manage time efficiently in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to effectively engage and support individuals with mental health diagnoses through empathy, professionalism, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and have strong computer skills.
• Bilingual skills are a plus!
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.

Benefits

• Full-time | Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision)
• including 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays
• Hourly Rates: Day and Evening Shifts: $25.48/hour & Overnight Shift: $27.88/hour

Pay

• Salary Description: Hourly Rate: $25.48 - $27.88 depending on shift

Schedule

• Current Opening(s): Friday - Tuesday: 3:30pm - 12:00am
• Additional schedules may become available based on program needs.