Behavioral Health Community Intervention Specialist

Behavioral Health Community Intervention Specialist

This position is responsible for providing mobile based crisis intervention services for the Santo Domingo Pueblo community including answering the emergency lines, responding to crisis situations, assisting & coordinating acute hospitalizations, social detox with the on-call KFWC therapist or clinical supervisor, assisting with scheduling intake appointments, monitoring court orders, and coordination & linkage services. This position routinely assesses and coordinates care for tribal members experiencing mental health and substance use crisis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Hold an associate degree and one (1) year of experience working with mental health crisis intervention OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge and/or training in crisis prevention intervention & substance use training.
• CHR/CCSS/CPSW/CFPSW credentials (preferred) or must complete within 1 year upon hire.
• CPR/First Aid/AED.
• Knowledgeable in trauma informed care and crises intervention.
• Knowledge of local and area resources
• Previous experience with Native American youth preferred; must be sensitive to tribal customs and traditions and work with a diverse clientele.
• Fluent in Keres preferred but open to others.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills that will enable you to work with high-risk families and to focus the efforts on client's well-being and to meet Santo Domingo Tribe goals and objectives.
• Work irregular hours including after-hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.
• Swing shift hours: 3pm-1am
• Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check.
• Valid New Mexico driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.