Intake/Crisis Response Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

RISE Housing and Support Services is seeking a licensed professional to join the clinic treatment team at the Saratoga County Mental Health Outpatient Treatment Clinic. The ideal candidate will be able to provide high-quality mental health services to children, adolescents, families, and adults in both an admissions setting and in response to a psychiatric crisis.

 

RISE offers a starting Intake / Crisis Response Specialist:

• A salary range of $68,000 to $72,000 per year
• A generous time off package: In your 1st year, earn up to 3 weeks of vacation time, 3 weeks of combined sick and personal time, enjoy up to 11 holidays, and a day off for your birthday
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and many other benefits
• A professional and supportive workplace that offers paid lunch time off and a strong team environment

 

Overview of Job Responsibilities:

• Responds to requests for services and referrals, including initial response and screening/assessment, gathering clinical documentation, and prioritizing high risk or complex needs of individuals
• Designates the appropriate level of care, assigns and schedules initial appointments with clinical staff, monitors admissions, conducts follow-up
• Acts as a liaison between the Clinic and other agencies, facilitates referrals to appropriate agencies as indicated
• Manages telephone and walk-in crisis intervention and performs associated triage duties
• Presents on behalf of programs to promote awareness and elicit new referrals
• Complies with all relevant regulations governing the program

 

To qualify, you must have:

• Licensure in New York State as a Registered Professional Nurse; OR Possession of a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related Human Services field, and licensure in New York State as an LMSW, LCSW, LCSW-R, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAT (*Note: Possession of a Limited Permit to practice as an LMSW or Limited Permit in the professions of mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, creative arts therapy may be considered)
• At least two years of direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting
• Excellent organizational skills, follow-up, and follow-through; strong team player
• High standards of professional ethics
• Professional communication skills with an ability to interface with a large number of professionals across disciplines and settings
• Our shared belief system in areas such as empathy, professionalism, dedication, compassion, respect, and inclusion
• Clearance with all relevant background checks as per RISE policies and governing regulations
• A vehicle, valid NY State Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the RISE automotive program are required

 

To start on the road to advancing your career in human services at our growing non-profit, please attach your resume and cover letter for consideration.

 

RISE Housing and Support Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Description

RISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.

Our Mission
Our mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.

Our Vision
RISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.

Our Values
We are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.

We are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.

We are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.

We are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.

We Treat People with
Esteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.

Understanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.

A Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.

Positivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.

Empathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.

Inclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.

Company Description

RISE Housing and Support Services is a human service agency that has been serving people in Saratoga and the surrounding counties since 1978. RISE programs provide safe, healthy housing and support services to people with mental health concerns, substance use, and other life challenges.\r\n\r\n\r\nOur Mission\r\nOur mission at RISE Housing and Support Services is to help people living with mental health, substance use, and other life challenges to remain safe and healthy in the community through housing and supportive services.\r\n\r\nOur Vision\r\nRISE will serve as a catalyst, leader, and partner in meeting the housing and recovery needs of our community. Our knowledgeable and resourceful staff and board members will educate the community to reduce the stigma associated with mental health diagnoses, substance use, and other life challenges.\r\n\r\nOur Values\r\nWe are compassionate. We focus on the inherent value and uniqueness of each individual we serve.\r\n\r\nWe are respectful. We listen with respect to understand the needs of the people we serve and respond with dignity and kindness.\r\n\r\nWe are dedicated. We work together as a team to seek solutions and live our values consistently while holding one another accountable.\r\n\r\nWe are progressive. We seek and employ socially responsive service models to address substance use and mental health concerns in our community.\r\n\r\nWe Treat People with\r\nEsteem We believe housing is healthcare and a basic human right. We believe that when individuals have healthy, safe housing, they have the stability and security to achieve greater personal wellness.\r\n\r\nUnderstanding We acknowledge that individuals are unique and success looks different for each person based on their circumstances and goals.\r\n\r\nA Holistic Approach We seek to treat each individual as a whole person, understanding that their needs extend beyond their mental health diagnoses, substance use, or medical condition.\r\n\r\nPositivity We work together with individuals through the healing process, setting achievable goals and honoring the unique needs and challenges of each person or family member.\r\n\r\nEmpathy We believe individuals are important to their friends, families, and loved ones. We seek to assist individuals to strengthen and maintain their natural support systems.\r\n\r\nInclusion We work together with individuals and families to coordinate services with other care providers in the community.