Mobile Crisis Response Clinician - MCR Team (LMSW, LLMSW, LLP, LPC, LLPC)

Do you have a passion for improving the health of individuals receiving behavioral health services? Would you like to be a valuable member of a diversity driven, mission-minded team that impacts our community? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work as full-time (40 hrs/wk) Mobile Crisis Response Clinician !

What You Will Be Doing

Working as a Mobile Crisis Response Clinician with our Mobile Crisis Response (MCR) team , you will be responsible for working as a team to see youth and adults in the community to complete crisis interventions, safety planning and assessing for appropriate level of care. You will be working in the community with other clinicians, peers, community health workers and law enforcement. This team is staffed 24 hours a day, and you will work in a variety of emergency settings , including individual homes, crisis housing, homeless shelters, emergency rooms as well as other community-based settings. You will be well versed in Recovery Philosophy and application of Peer Supportive Systems of care. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills (written & verbal) experience with SA/MI and the criminal justice system.

Second Shift Schedule

• Four-day standard work week :
• Work from 12 PM to 10 PM; Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
• Rotating weekends and holidays
• Shift Premium: Benefit from additional compensation for evening shifts with eligibility for shift premiums per policy as applicable, recognizing the importance of your invaluable work.

What We Require:

You will have a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology or a related field and a minimum of two years’ experience in a clinical setting. You’ll have extensive knowledge of the DMS IV diagnostic criteria, co-occurring disorders, substance use disorders, evidence-based and promising practice interventions, and familiarity with psychotropic medications, experience with involuntary hospitalization procedures and the ability to work in a fast- paced environment. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Limited License Psychologist (LLP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) required. Those with limited licensure will also be considered and are encouraged to apply.

If you’re an innovative thinker with a passion for mental health, we want to hear from you! This is more than just a job; it’s a chance to be a part of something bigger and to create lasting change. Join us in this exciting opportunity to empower individuals and make a real difference in our community’s mental health landscape.

Why Work For ISK:

Because we make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve in the Kalamazoo community every day. You will have the opportunity to work with amazing co-workers in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, work/life balance and encourages ongoing education for professional development.

We also offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, with some of the best retirement plans in southwest Michigan including a 6.2% retirement match and pension plan!

You will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, Generous PTO and the opportunity to earn additional PTO hours for participating in our wellness program! Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise!

Who We Are:

Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK) has been delivering quality services and programs to improve the lives of those we serve for over 30 years. ISK works with youth, families, and adults with mental illnesses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders to help them succeed. We provide welcoming and diverse community partnerships which collaborate and share resources to support individuals and families to be successful and achieve their goals in a trauma-informed environment.

Come Join Us!

Individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds along with bilingual candidates are invited to apply. ISK is an equal opportunity employer that encourages diversity and inclusion among its workforce. ISK fomenta la diversidad y la inclusión.

We look forward to meeting you!

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Physical Efforts – Job demands include prolonged sitting and standing as appropriate. May occasionally require light lifting up to 25 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending as appropriate. Requires coordination of hands and/or eye/hand/foot.

Working Conditions – Office environment with noise from computers, copy machine, and telephones. Use of computer screen for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. Possible eyestrain from extended periods of viewing computer screen. May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and parasites. Travel throughout the Kalamazoo area is required.