Crisis Stabilization Worker

***$250 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR ALL NEW FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES****

WHY WORK FOR WMMHC?

Western Montana Mental Health Center is Montana's largest community mental health center with a mission-driven purpose of serving our communities. We serve well over 15,000 clients per year with almost 600 staff in 17 counties. We offer a broad continuum of care from community-based services to outpatient services to inpatient addiction recovery services. We believe in supporting our staff members in their work/life balance by providing flexible and personalized use of PTO. Western operates as a not-for-profit, public purpose corporation (501) (c)(3).

BENEFITS

Generous PTO – Full-time employees eligible upon hire to accrue PTO

Low Cost Health Insurance with three available health plans

HSA Match for qualifying plans and full-time employees

Payroll Stipend in lieu of medical and HSA contribution for qualifying employees

Tuition Financial Assistance for qualifying clinical roles

EAP

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, this position provides crisis stabilization services to individuals with mental health crises and group home residents in need of 24-hour care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and plan for services for clients admitted during shift.
• Assist in the development of the crisis stabilization treatment plan.
• Implement treatment plan as developed.
• Constantly assess and make recommendations to increase the safety of clients and staff.
• Report problems with safety to supervisor, MHP on call or 911 as needed.
• Provide direct care and supportive counseling.
• Monitor signs and symptoms of illness and progress toward recovery.
• Monitor consumer self-administration of medications.
• Monitor and report side effects from medications and vital signs to medical personnel.
• Document consumer status and services provided.
• Adhere to laws pertaining to mental health services and consumer rights.
• Perform chores necessary to assure that the residence remains clean and orderly during shift.
• Cleaning which requires squatting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping and so forth.
• Transport clients as needed.
• Prepare meals and encourage clients to participate.
• Complete detail-oriented paperwork in a timely fashion consistent with agency policy and the direction of Program Manager.
• Arrive on time and participate in all required agency meetings and trainings.
• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with staff and supervisor.
• Treat coworkers, clients and community contacts with respect and professionalism.
• Comply with applicable state and federal laws, rules and agency standards.
• Collaborate with other community agencies to maintain appropriate professional relationships.
• Performing other duties and directions as instructed or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent, Associates of Arts Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field preferred
• One year’s work experience in a mental health setting preferred

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training required
• Ability to pass background check and driver’s license check upon offer of employment.
• Provide proof of auto liability insurance coverage per Western’s policies.
• Driver’s License with good driving record if required to transport clients while on work duty
• High school diploma or equivalent