Crisis Engagement Specialist

Carterville, IL, United States

Job Description


Centerstone is among the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people\xe2\x80\x99s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

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Summary

  • Assists in crisis assessments of substance abusing individuals at the emergency room of a local community hospital, local police department, school, jail, or other community based sites, and facilitate appropriate linkage and referral to on-going services.
  • Assists in emergency mental health consultations with physicians, law enforcement officials, school officials, and other community and/or state agency representatives in an effort to resolve mental health crisis regarding residents in our service area.
  • Assists with pre-screenings for both the state operated hospital and private psychiatric hospitals to determine the need for either voluntary or involuntary psychiatric hospital admissions.
  • Assists service recipients in making safety and discharge plans. Provides follow up services as assigned.
  • Assists management when assigned by mentoring and working alongside new staff and/or interns to model and provide instruction on emergency processes, protocols, and services.
  • Attend staff meetings, clinical staffing\xe2\x80\x99s, and other internal meetings as assigned. Participates on committees as assigned, including quality assurance functions.
Qualifications
  • Requires Associates Degree and two years combination of relevant experience with persons with mental health or substance use diagnosis and lived experience; or five years combination of relevant experience with persons with mental health or substance use diagnosis and lived experience. Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in human services related field preferred.
  • One to five years of relevant experience.
  • CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) certification required within one year of hire.
  • Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license, and safe driving history required.
Time Type: Full time

Entry Pay Range: $14.39--$17.94

Delivering care that changes people\'s lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
  • Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • 403b retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and ten paid holidays
  • AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion employee resource groups
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person\'s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.

Our approach to diversity is simple\xe2\x80\x94it\xe2\x80\x99s about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4333250
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Carterville, IL, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned