Mobile Crisis Worker - Forensic Response Team
LENAPE VALLEY FOUNDATION
Summary
As a member of the Forensic Response Team, you will serve Bucks County residents of all ages who have criminal justice involvement and behavioral health needs.
Job description
Your Role
As a member of the Forensic Response Team, you will serve Bucks County residents of all ages who have criminal justice involvement and behavioral health needs.
- Respond to referrals from criminal justice partners and other community stakeholders.
- Provide community-based services, meeting individuals in their homes or other locations throughout Bucks County.
- Conduct behavioral health and level-of-care assessments to identify needs and appropriate treatment options.
- Provide crisis intervention, counseling, safety planning, suicide prevention, and crisis resolution.
- Develop individualized recommendations and connect individuals with appropriate behavioral health treatment and support services.
- Collaborate with the criminal justice system, behavioral health providers, and community partners to promote continuity of care.
- Engage family members and natural supports when appropriate to strengthen the individual's support system.
- Provide telephone-based counseling, consultation, and referral support.
- Connect individuals and families with local community resources based on their unique needs.
- Provide follow-up services to support successful linkage to treatment and ongoing care.
- Help bridge the behavioral health and criminal justice systems through coordinated, compassionate, and person-centered intervention.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or a related human services field; or current Registered Nurse licensure.
- Minimum of two years of human services experience, including at least one year providing direct mental health care.
- Preferred: One or more years of experience in a drug and alcohol treatment setting.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with computers and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Valid Driver's License and ability to drive throughout Bucks County.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing, or a related human services field; or current Registered Nurse licensure
- Minimum of two years of human services experience
- At least one year providing direct mental health care
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with computers and electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Valid Driver's License and ability to drive throughout Bucks County
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
Benefits
- DailyPay
- Paid Training
- Supervision
- Professional Development
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- PTO
- Paid Sick Days
- Paid Personal Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Conference Days
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- FSA
- Long-Term Disability
- Basic Life Insurance
- EAP
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment Support
Company overview
Lenape Valley Foundation is a comprehensive mental health care organization providing essential behavioral health services to communities in Pennsylvania. As a dedicated healthcare provider, the foundation offers a wide range of mental health and substance abuse treatment programs designed to support individuals and families facing behavioral health challenges. Their services typically include outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and community-based support programs. The organization focuses on delivering accessible, quality mental health care while promoting mental wellness and recovery through evidence-based practices. Lenape Valley Foundation plays a crucial role in addressing the mental health needs of its community by providing integrated care that combines clinical expertise with compassionate support. Their mission centers on improving mental health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for those they serve through comprehensive treatment approaches and community education initiatives.