Mobile Crisis Therapist
RIVER VALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Summary
The Licensed Behavioral Health Therapist utilizes clinical skills to assess individuals experiencing behavioral health crises, identifying behavioral health components which have contributed to the crisis. They assist individuals and family members clinically in de-escalating the immediate crisis and developing a treatment plan to address those needs. They also work as a team with other crisis team staff to provide coordinated services. This position is required to participate in a call rotation on nights and weekends.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Therapeutic Crisis Services: Participates as an active treatment team member providing crisis services to individuals with mental health and substance use issues.
- Identify behavioral health and substance use components contributing to crisis situations.
- Provide culturally and clinically appropriate interventions including assessment for SI/HI, appropriateness for services, referral and level of care needs.
- Demonstrate ability to de-escalate immediate crisis, assess client needs, and develop treatment plans.
- Develop safety and after care plans to reduce future crisis.
- Coordinate and collaborate with community providers/entities related to client care.
- Participate in on-call coverage and respond to on-call incidents.
- Clinical Service Delivery: Recognize and identify symptoms of mental illness and substance use.
- Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team approach to treatment and recovery.
- Provide clinically appropriate psychotherapy services including individual, group, IOP, family and couples' therapies.
- Outreach, Engagement, Follow-Up: Provide comprehensive outreach and follow up to assigned individuals including contact attempts over the phone, in-person, in the home.
- Demonstrate ability to engage and develop rapport with individuals presenting with a variety of symptoms.
- Cultural Competence and Diversity: Provide culturally appropriate services to diverse populations.
- Documentation: Complete documentation that meets identified expectations within expected time frames and regulatory standards.
- Efficiency and Productivity: Consistently meet established productivity standards.
- Staff Development Activities: Participate in and complete all required trainings in an accurate and timely manner.
- Other: Complete other administrative support duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in human services or health-related field (including counseling, social work, psychology, etc.)
- Must possess one of the following New Mexico licenses: LMSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, LPAT, or LMFT.
- Independent licensure and LADAC preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a private vehicle for day-to-day job performance.
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to work well with others.
- Ability to interact with various types of people.
- A sound understanding of mental health and/or substance abuse problems and treatments.
- Personal traits that include: patience, tolerance, caring, maturity, and understanding.
Requirements
- Master's degree in human services or health-related field
- Must possess one of the following New Mexico licenses: LMSW, LCSW, LPCC, LPC, LMHC, LPAT, or LMFT
- Independent licensure and LADAC preferred
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to a private vehicle
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Telehealth
- Paid time off
- 9 holidays
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free CEUs
- Clinical supervision
- Wellness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- NHSC Loan Repayment Program
Company overview
River Valley Behavioral Health is a comprehensive mental health care provider specializing in behavioral health services for individuals and communities. As a healthcare provider organization, it focuses on delivering evidence-based treatment and support services for mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities. The organization typically offers a range of services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric care, addiction treatment, and community-based support programs. River Valley Behavioral Health serves as a critical resource in its region, providing accessible mental health care to diverse populations through integrated treatment approaches. The organization emphasizes person-centered care, recovery-oriented services, and community partnerships to address the complex needs of individuals facing behavioral health challenges. With a commitment to improving mental wellness and quality of life, River Valley Behavioral Health plays an essential role in the healthcare ecosystem by bridging gaps in mental health services and promoting holistic well-being for the communities it serves.