Did you know that Porter-Starke in Valparaiso is adding a Mobile Crisis Team?

Come be a part of this new addition to our services and community as a Mobile Crisis Recovery Specialist!

BENEFITS:

• 401k w/ 20% match
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Competitive wages
• Generous PTO
• Employee discounts (Cell phone & YMCA)
• Employee referral program
• HSA/FSA accounts
• $100/month loan repayment
• $5250 in tuition assistance
• Company paid life insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Work, life, balance flexibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company recognition events
• Free health screenings yearly

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Competencies:

The staff member must demonstrate knowledge of:

Ø Signs and symptoms of substance use disorder.

Ø Signs and symptoms of mental health disorder

Ø Crisis intervention services on-site and off-site, face-to-face, within the home, and community

Ø De-escalation techniques

Ø Assessing the client’s strengths and mental health needs accurately and objectively

Ø Providing selected therapeutic communication to clients

Ø Clients rights and confidentiality

Ø Typing and basic computer usage.

Ø Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays according to on-call rotation

Ø The requirement of adhering to policies and procedures of the agency and professional standards.

The staff member must demonstrate skills in:

Ø Establishing trust between clients and treatment team members.

Ø Providing information and referrals to community services both in person and via the phone

Ø Assisting in implementation of goals and objectives identified in treatment plans

Ø Interacting with clients as peers by sharing common experiences.

Ø Assisting clients in understanding and managing their disorder and symptoms.

Ø Assisting clients in connecting with self-help groups when appropriate.

Ø Assisting clients in gaining access to local programs and services.

Ø Clarifying clients’ understanding of their rights and responsibilities as a recipient of substance use disorder services.

Ø Completing all necessary as required

Ø Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.

Ø Communication styles that generate a positive work environment.

Ø Locating, coordinating and accessing appropriate services for client.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Ø Completion of required assessments screenings, including but not limited to the Columbia Suicide Rating Scale (CSSRS).

Ø Engage individuals in the crisis planning process and completion of a safety plan.

Ø Build rapport to support increased engagement, instillation of hope, and care coordination.

Ø Follow-up with individuals in-person, via phone, or telehealth within two days of the initial crisis intervention

Ø Provide opportunity for warm hand-offs to identified resource needs (insurance navigation, housing, benefits and entitlements, primary care, educational, or vocational supports)

Ø Provide referral to medication management to monitor medication compliance, education and training about medications, monitoring side-effects, and providing other nursing/medical assessments.

Ø Provide referral to Case Management (children’s or adult) when appropriate

Ø Act as informant and advocate to clients regarding consumer rights and responsibilities.

Ø Develop and maintain close working relationship with management staff, co-workers and peers.

Ø Participate in team staffing to provide client and peer insight.

Ø Collaborates with treatment team to increase patient engagement in treatment as evidenced by consistent attendance at huddles, weekly team meetings, staffing, clinical supervision, and with community partners.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education and/or experience required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ø For CAPRCI applicants, per federal regulations, long-term recovery for a minimum of three years and supportive documentation is required.

Ø High school diploma or equivalent required.

Ø Completion of a Peer Recovery Coach Certification (CAPRCI) or Certified Recovery Specialist (CHW/CRS) course is required within 90 days of employment

Ø Completion of CPR is required within 30 days of employment.

Ø One year of peer coaching or related experience preferred.

Ø Valid Indiana Driver’s license, personal owned auto insurance.

Ø Successful completion of a background check.