RN - Acute Crisis Services

About the role

The Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) Unit is an integral part of the Aspire Health Alliance's Emergency Services team. It provides a staff-secure, safe, and structured crisis stabilization and treatment services in a community-based program that serves as a medically necessary, less restrictive, and voluntary alternative to inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and documenting medication self-administration during clients' stay
• Monitoring client physical medical issues and working with Mental Health Workers to arrange for acute medical care for clients when needed
• Facilitating health and wellness groups and activities
• Delivering treatment interventions that are strength-based and solution-focused
• Encouraging consumer completed risk management/safety plans and Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP)
• Cooking with clients’ outpatient and CCS care providers
• Completing documentation per shift as assigned

Requirements

• Must demonstrate the following characteristics: reliable, responsible, team player, ability to grow and learn in the position, detail-oriented, organized, flexible, capacity to provide support and quality care to improve the physical and mental health of individuals served.
• Must be an independent problem-solver, able to work with minimal supervision when necessary
• One-year experience in an acute mental health and/or dual diagnosis setting (preferred)
• Familiarity with Recovery oriented treatment for severe mental illness (preferred)
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program (Diploma/Associates/or Bachelor’s degree)
• Registered Nurse (RN) must be licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license
• Must have a valid Massachusetts driver’s license

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
• Experience with mental health assessment and treatment planning

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible scheduling options including Saturdays and Sundays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Pay

Salary Range: $40.24 - $48.32 USD

Schedule

Part time 16 hours/week schedules available, including Saturdays and Sundays from 7 AM - 3 PM and 3 PM - 11 PM, and Fridays and Saturdays from 11 PM - 7 AM.