Designated Crisis Responder

Essential Job Duties

• Receiving calls for crisis services from individuals, law enforcement, medical facilities, & service providers and responding in the community to assess individuals for safety and gather information.
• Determining the least restrictive environment for crisis resolution and stabilization for the client.
• Arranging client placements for voluntary and involuntary hospitalization or detox services, when necessary.
• Communicating with Behavioral Health team about clients who have had crisis contact and participating in safety planning.
• Completing extensive clinical and legal documentation for each call taken during the workday and responsible for maintenance and timelines of all records, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Provided testimony in court as required.
• Attends weekly supervision and team meetings as requested.
• Responsible for Behavioral Health quality management, compliance and chart reviews.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of two years of clinical experience is required. Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor or have active association or full license as LMHC or LICSW or other related license.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of Evidenced Based theories, principles, and practices of the evaluation and treatment of persons exhibiting social, emotional, and/or behavioral difficulties; Knowledge of DSM and American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria; Knowledge of case management/community support criteria and the ability to produce and maintain accurate and consistent records of each case; Knowledge of all federal, state and county rules and regulations as required in Washington Administrative Code (WAC), Revised Code of Washington (RCW), and contract requirements.
• Skills: Proficient knowledge is use of standard office equipment including computers, copiers, fax machines as well as current computer software including Excel and Word; Skill in record keeping and case management; Skill in operation of office equipment used to provide the necessary information; Ability to maintain confidentiality and working knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and accountability Act (HIPPA) regulations as it pertains to mental health and chemical dependency records; Ability to work independently; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, staff, and the public.
• Licenses, Certificates And Other Requirements: Submit to a criminal background check, as required by Washington State Law; Washington State Licensure through the Department of Health or capable of licensure within (6-months of employment); Documented completion of continuing education on an annual basis to maintain certification and licensure as applicable; Valid state driver’s license in state of residence.

Benefits

• Vacation, sick and paid holiday leave.
• Medical, dental, vision and life and LTD insurance.
• Substantial County contributions towards premiums and a retirement package through the Washington State Department of Retirement System.
• Flexible spending account, two Deferred Compensation programs, voluntary life and LTD insurance, AFLAC coverage and a variety of on-going training programs.