Mental Health Crisis Responder MCOT - QMHP

Mental Health Crisis Responder MCOT - QMHP Job Number: 26-12483 Job Summary: Integral Care's Expanded Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (EMCOT) serves individuals in psychiatric crisis. Travis County Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Austin Police Department (APD), and Travis County Sheriff's Office (TCSO), as well as other law enforcement agencies, can request EMCOT through the 911 call center for real-time co-response for psychiatric crises. EMCOT connects individuals to treatment appropriate for psychiatric crises, diverting them from emergency rooms and jails. This improves health outcomes and ensures first responders can return to what they do best: responding to medical emergencies and public safety issues. EMCOT also receives referrals from Central Booking Counseling Staff and Travis County Correctional Complex (TCCC) to connect individuals post-release to services in order to prevent future engagement with the criminal justice system. Key Responsibilities Work with community partners and clinicians at the 911 call center to provide crisis screenings and assessments within the community that do not present an imminent threat to public safety. Provide co-responses with APD and TCSO Crisis Intervention Team. Ride out with Community Health Paramedics (CHP responders) responding to mental health calls. Work to connect individuals, on a voluntary basis, to community-based, residential, or inpatient services. Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule. Education Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with a major specialization in Human/Behavioral/Social Services or related field required. Master's Degree preferred. License Required: Current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Experience Required: Crisis assessment experience. Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish. Hours Full-Time. Workdays: Varies. Workhours: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Salary: $24.18 - $25.39 an hour based on education, plus an additional 10% crisis stipend. Position may be eligible for an additional shift differential pay. Second Shift: $3.25/hour. Third Shift: $7.25/hour. Weekend Shift: $8.00/hour. Employee Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 403(b) retirement account Gold's Gym membership discount Mileage reimbursement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex, or age. For specific positions, additional compensation may be offered to candidates who are bilingual in English and another language deemed necessary for the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr integratedliving Australia Ltd