Job Summary
Job Description
Full-time Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) Needed
We will assist with providing mental health counseling to arrestees and community members by de-escalating mental health crises, developing an action plan, and determining the need for 5150/5585 applications for involuntary detention at a psychiatric facility. You may also assist in coordinating transportation to mental health facilities or locating an available bed in a homeless shelter.
Full-time positions available.
Responsibilities:
- Help train police staff in addressing mental health episodes with arrestees to de-escalate situations and reduce use of force
- Provide case management in working with third-party entities, including the Department of Mental Health, and psychiatric facilities, while checking in on patients
- Maintain meticulous records of confidential patient information
- Communicate effectively with law enforcement, CSU, hospital staff, and psychiatrist(s)
- Assist police officers in conducting psychiatric evaluations in the field to determine the need for 5150/5585 applications for involuntary detention at a psychiatric facility
- Provide short-term crisis counseling for non-violent patients suffering from a mental health episode
- Accompany law enforcement on pertinent mental health responses
Qualifications:
- Attention to detail, demonstrating superior work ethic and integrity, interpersonal skills, and exceptional written and verbal communication with all stakeholders
- Professionalism with a positive attitude, and ability to remain calm in tense situations
- Ability to prioritize and multitask
- Previous clinical experience (Psychiatric experience preferred)
- Basic Life support (BLS), or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Licenses Required:
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)
Pay and Benefits:
- Employee assistance program for mental health support.
- Full caseload for a fulfilling work schedule.
- Competitive salary: $80,000 to $122,000 per year for FULL TIME
- Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Join our team for a hard yet rewarding career. Apply now to help people on their recovery journeys.