Job description

We are hiring for:

Behavioral Health Specialist / Mobile Crisis Management Responder Craven, Carteret, Onslow, Jones, Pamlico Counties

Location:

Jacksonville, NC

Type:

Regular

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

We’re looking for Mobile Crisis Management Crisis Responder.

Pay rate: $17 - $23/hour

Bonus:$500 Sign-On Bonus

• Bonus is for full time employees and paid out according to training schedule.

MUST have a Minimum of ONE year’s experience in providing crisis management services in any of the following settings: assertive outreach, assertive community treatment, emergency department or other service providing 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week, response in emergent or urgent situations.

Schedule: Full Time 40/hours per week. Mobile Crisis Responders rotate being on call in 72 hour increments, followed by 48 hours off call, 48 hours on call and 72 hours off call. Mobile Crisis Management services are available at all times, 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week, 365-days-a-year. Overtime is Available!

Job Responsibilities:

• Providing timely face-to-face crisis response within the Mobile Crisis Management catchment area. Participating in a first responder on-call system available to consumers and/or their natural support network on a 24/7/365 basis; coordinates “first response" resources according to consumer need.
• Effectively maintaining Mobile Crisis Management assessment documentation, referrals, billing, and follow-up documentation within RHA Behavioral Health's documentation policy.
• Minimizing the negative effects of psychiatric symptoms or substance dependence that interfere with the recipient’s daily living and personal development, providing supportive counseling
• Participating in a first responder on-call system available to consumers and/or his/her natural support network on a 24/7/365 basis; coordinates “first response" resources according to consumer need and the PCP

Position Requirements:

• Searching for compassionate and caring behavioral health specialists who are looking to partner with a community based service provider offering mental health and substance abuse services where individuals live and work.
• RHA Behavioral Health Services is looking for dedicated Behavioral Health Specialists (Qualified Professionals), Associate Professionals, and Paraprofessionals to join our Mobile Crisis Management team providing Crisis Intervention and support to individuals in residential, school, workplace and community settings.
• In this dynamic and rewarding role, there is an emphasis on creating interventions that are strength-based and focused on promoting recovery, symptom reduction, increased coping skills, and achievement of the highest level of functioning for the client in the community.
• If you’re looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of the people that you serve then consider RHA Behavioral Health Services Mobile Crisis Management Team where we put people first!
• Primary Requirements of a Mobile Crisis Responder Include:Minimum of ONE year’s experience in providing crisis management services in the following settings: assertive outreach, assertive community treatment, emergency department or other service providing 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week, response in emergent or urgent situations.

Valid Drivers License and reliable transportation in order to effectively provide timely face to face crisis response as well as linking clients to necessary resources to alleviate crisis.

Essential Physical and Sensory Requirements-With or without the aid of mechanical devices

• Light - Regularly required to lift 10 lbs.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 15 lbs.
• Must be able to pull minimum of 10 lbs.
• Must be able to squat, kneel, crawl, crouch, climb, and stoop.
• Must be able to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Required to regularly stand and walk.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in CPR from the floor level requiring to work on hands, knees, bending, standing and lifting.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

The Location: RHA Mobile Crisis Management is based in Wilmington, North Carolina. Mobile Crisis Management Services currently serve 8 counties in Southeastern North Carolina and have multiple offices across these counties for responders to utilize as needed. Mobile Crisis Management Responders are able to work from home when not completing crisis call assessments, follow-ups, or linkages to supports. This position is hiring a crisis responder for the North Team which primarily covers 5 counties including Craven, Carteret, Onslow, Jones, and Pamlico.

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We offer the following benefits to employees:

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits

EEO Statement RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.

Growth Horizons and Salisbury Behavioral Health are now a part of RHA Health Services.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.Behavioral Health Specialist / Mobile Crisis Management Responder Craven, Carteret, Onslow, Jones, Pamlico Counties

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Crisis: 1 year (Required)
• Mental Health or Behavioral Health: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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