Crisis Responder

Company: Snohomish County Human Services
Location: Everett
Posted on: January 10, 2022

Job Description:

Designated Crisis Responder
Salary $75,360.24 - $91,542.96 Annually
Location Everett, WA
Job Type Full-Time






Department Human Services
Job Number 2021-00461






Division Behavioral Health and Veterans Services



Closing 1/23/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Join our Human Services Team! We are hiring three Designated Crisis Responders.
NOTE: Per Governor Inslee's employees must be fully vaccinated. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine. Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing verification of your vaccine status, having an approved medical accommodation, or having an approved religious accommodation. No start date will be approved until you have either verified your vaccine status or have an approved accommodation. Please do not attach your vaccination verification to your application as it will be removed. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
Human Services Department mission is to help all persons meet their basic needs and develop their potential by providing timely, effective human services and building community. The Human Services Department includes 230 diverse, friendly and dedicated employees who benefit from outstanding benefits and competitive wages. Employees are appreciated and have the opportunity to make real difference in our community. Snohomish County is thriving and is a great place to live, work, pay, and raise a family. We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a life-long career at Snohomish County.

BASIC FUNCTIONTo conduct investigations for involuntary mental health and substance use treatment under RCW 71.05 and RCW 71.34.



Job Duties


STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Conducts investigations and evaluations of individuals for involuntary commitment and detains individuals when legal criteria are met and commitment is appropriate.
  
• Assesses behavioral health emergencies and provides crisis intervention for individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis in the community.
  
• Works collaboratively with behavioral health agencies, psychiatrists, emergency departments, inpatient units, residential facilities and other referral sources to assure the best outcome for each individual in need of behavioral health services.
  
• Coordinates and facilitates arrangements necessary for the holding of probable cause hearings for patients hospitalized in our county in need of continued involuntary treatment; provides court testimony concerning patient's need for further involuntary treatment.
  
• Performs ongoing community regarding involuntary treatment.
  
• Contacts appropriate hospitals for admissions, provides screening information and arranges for transport as needed.
  
• Participates in the ITA Court process and provides relevant information to prosecuting attorneys and others authorized through the judicial process.
  
• Maintains necessary records and files as well as statistical information on all program activities.
  
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  A master's degree in social work, clinical psychology, psychiatric nursing or related field; PLUS, two (2) years of experience in the direct treatment of mentally ill clients; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. PLUS, a valid and current license as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Must pass job related tests.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
  A valid State of Washington Driver's License is required for employment.
  
  ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT
  Due to a potential conflict of interest any secondary employment within the behavioral health field needs to be approved by the employer.
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  
  KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESKnowledge of:
  

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• abnormal human behavior, symptomatology and treatment modalities of behavioral disorders
  
• counseling techniques and methods
  
• available community resources
  
• legal parameters and procedures concerning commitments
  
  Ability to:
  
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  • respond effectively in crisis situations
    
  • relate to severely disturbed and/or difficult persons in order to determine appropriate behavioral health services
    
  • gather and analyze pertinent data
    
  • establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff of state and local hospitals, staff and officials of community organizations, associates and the general public
    
  • diagnose behavioral disorders and determine need for mental health or substance use disorder services
    
  • maintain detailed records and prepare clear, concise written reports
    
  • maintain confidentiality and work within HIPAA parameters
    
    SUPERVISION
    Employees report to the Involuntary Treatment Supervisor or other administrative superior as assigned. Employees work independently on specific assignments which are completed in accordance with established guidelines, practices and regulations. Work is reviewed through meetings, status reports and results obtained.
    
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    
    The majority of the work involves site visits to residences, hospitals, mental health agencies and detention facilities. Some work is performed in the usual office environment. The employee may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays to provide 24 hour a day, 7 day coverage.
    Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
    
    
    
    
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