Crisis Counselor,2nd Shift Job Kenosha area,Wisconsin USA,Social Work

About this position

KENOSHA HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.
3536 52nd Street Kenosha, WI 53144

Division/Department: Crisis and Stabilization Services
Location: Crisis Prevention Center
Job Title: Crisis Counselor
Reports To: Crisis Program Manager
Type of Position: Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule:40 hours per week or as demanded by the position (In-Person)
Pay Range: $21.20 to $23.32 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY
The Crisis Counselor provides walk-in, telephone and mobile interventions to individuals experiencing a mental health emergency. This position also provides the client linkage and follow-up to community resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Crisis intervention for Kenosha County:

Respond in timely manner to caller; prioritize calls as necessary
Determine need for phone or on-site intervention and respond accordingly
Perform assessment and ascertain elements of crisis and degree of danger/urgency involved; obtain assistance as needed
Defuse immediate crisis reactions; collaborate with involved parties to develop safety plan, advocate as needed and facilitate outcome
Provide supportive listening, feedback, information and referral
Respond to local detention facilities for suicide assessment of targeted inmates

Refer/provide authorization for county-funded services as appropriate

Consult with ER staff when voluntary placements need to be funded by Kenosha County

Assess/provide emergency psychiatric inpatient hospital authorization when deemed appropriate

Assist law enforcement in determining the need for involuntary inpatient care
Present alternatives when suitable i.e., safety planning
Assess and assist in determining suitable placement for voluntary detox of substance addicted persons

Assess/refer/admit to KARE Center for crisis stabilization and/or to defer emergency hospital admissions

May provide facilitating services (such as transportation) as needed

Respond to crime scenes as requested by Law Enforcement

Assist police as requested and instructed
Assist in defusing victims and witnesses
Provide referrals/immediately needed services
Create short term safety plans for victims and witnesses involved, facilitate as needed

Perform individual employee requirements for continuing education and clinical supervision as required for agency state certification

Maintain accurate record of task completion

Perform other work as required by the Emergency Mental Health Services Supervisor

Promptly complete all required documentation for work as described above

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to observe, interpret, assess, and document human behaviors

Ability to maintain active pace for up to an eight-hour shift

Professional attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work independently and to maintain solid, personal boundaries

Upon hire, must complete minimum of 40 hours training

Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, in the English language

Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with good driving record

Must carry own auto insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 coverage

Ability to maintain records and document case notes daily

Ability to give and accept feedback as a part of a team

Ability to traverse within the workspace and community frequently

Be willing to learn and work with the treatment philosophies

Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Kenosha Human Development Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other status protected under federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Crisis Counselor, 2nd Shift