Crisis Intervention Specialist - Belfast

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Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits, and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees.

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• Location:
  
  Belfast, ME 04915
• Department:
  Crisis Intervention Adult
• Employment Type:
  
  Full Time

Based in Belfast, Maine, this position provides assessment, support, and stabilization services in the community, crisis stabilization units, and during a 30-day post-crisis stabilization period.

Respond to client calls for assistance at homes, schools, community locations, or hospital emergency rooms. Sweetser’s mobile crisis intervention specialists respond 24/7 to crisis calls from parents, teachers, police, guardians, and youths needing immediate help.

• Responds to crisis intervention requests from individuals, families, community providers, and agencies to resolve acute psychiatric crises.
• Determines the need for face-to-face assessments and negotiates meeting sites ensuring safety.
• Assesses mental status, functioning, and the individual's goals during crises.
• Develops crisis stabilization plans with clients and families based on comprehensive assessments.
• May request protective custody interventions or facilitate hospitalization or alternatives to hospitalization.
• Participates in crisis follow-up and provides intervention and aftercare services.

• Valid Driver's License
• Lived experience in Mental Health or Substance Abuse systems encouraged
• Mobile Crisis experience preferred

• Associates Degree or MHRT/CSP required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-time
• Job Function:
  Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Mental Health Care