Mental Health Specialist I

Under the direct supervision of the Crisis Specialist / Clinical Supervisor the MHS-I conducts participant intake and initiates all forms required to open case. Performs crisis risk assessment and face-to-face stabilization services with youth in an active state of psychiatric crisis. Establishes participant rapport and trust and provides empathetic encouragement and support participants. Ensures participant safety by examining alternatives and providing options for alleviating the immediate situational threat in relation to the crisis. Maintains a list of collaborative contacts and community services pertinent to participant's needs. Develops a plan to energize participant to take action. Obtains agreement (from participant) as to the action required to stabilize the participant or crisis situation. Provides information and referral services to community resources and agencies. Provides participant transportation to hospital or TCH Home (with parental consent) as needed. Maintains participant confidentiality at all times. Participates in program staff meetings, meets with supervisor on a regular basis, and attends training and other staff development activities, especially on topics related to pertinent laws, the judicial process and cultural/ethnic diversity. Enters data into the computer and maintains case recording, mileage logs and other miscellaneous reports in a timely fashion.

Four-Year College Degree from a school accredited by a recognized accrediting agency - general major. Requires basic knowledge or training in a specialized or technical field or trade, such as social work, professional accounting, finance, business administration, and marketing.
Over one year past experience, up to and including two years.