EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required preferred in Human Services field. Preferred: Current students in Master's program in a Human Services field.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CPI certification required within six months of hire

SKILLS:

• Ability to work independently on own accord and initiative, yet as a team member
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic behavioral health assessment and referral skills
• Basic understanding of behavioral health issues, barriers to care, and ability to manage various types of patients with behavioral health conditions
• Basic understanding of crisis intervention strategies, case management, and referral process; Basic understanding of chemical dependency detox and addiction process
• Ability to read, write and communicate verbally in English

EXPERIENCE: One year experience working with behavioral health population and/or substance use disorders preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Clinical Manager, Emergency Psychiatric Services

ENVIRONMENT:

Bloodborne pathogen: B

Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and intermittent exposure possible to blood, excrements, odors and noise. Work area has normal heat, light, and air.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Working hours vary, with flexibility due to unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies. Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Requires the ability to speak, listen, develop and communicate written materials.