Crisis Specialist - 30 hour - Kingman

About the role

The Crisis Specialist will provide behavioral health, prevention, education and crisis stabilization services to children, adolescents, adults, senior adults and families. Services include phone, walk-in and in-home crisis counseling to facilitate immediate stabilization of emotions and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals in crisis situations including alcohol and substance use issues, psychosis, paranoia, suicidality and victims of domestic violence.
• Operate closely with Police and Fire departments and community organizations to provide the utmost care and protection for both clients and staff.
• Provide written and/or verbal data as well as daily follow through with clients, providing additional referrals and resources as needed.
• Provide phone, walk-in and in-home crisis counseling to clients to facilitate immediate stabilization of emotions and behavior.
• Focus of care will be with the seriously mentally ill, children/adolescents and includes suicide and family.
• Develop short-term crisis management plans with clients/families when appropriate.
• Assist clients in developing a plan of action and make appropriate referrals to other agencies and/or long-term counseling when appropriate.

Requirements

• Professional, friendly, self-starter, organized and compassionate.
• Bilingual - Language Differential are also Available!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in crisis intervention and mental health preferred.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of de-escalation techniques.

Benefits & Wellness

• Multiple medical and dental plans.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Interest-free medical line of credit.
• Financial education, planning, and support.
• Wellness program.
• Pet insurance.
• Group life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for the Whole Family.
• Personal and family mental and physical health access.
• Professional growth & development opportunities.
• Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix.
• Working Advantage - Employee perks and discounts.
• Gym memberships.
• Car rentals.
• Flying, hotels, movies and more.

Pay

$15.00 per hour for 30 hours per week.

Schedule

Shift: Sun-Tues 8a to 6p. Shift differentials available: $3 per hour extra for evenings and $4 per hour extra for weekends.