Polk County Mobile Mental Health Crisis Worker
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Description:This is a part-time, on-call position in Polk County, WI. Available shifts are shared between several workers. Scheduling is flexible and this is a great opportunity for supplemental income.We are looking for Mental Health Professionals who have a desire to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Mobile Crisis Workers are dispatched to provide an on-site risk assessment when a face-to-face assessment is deemed most appropriate. They work collaboratively to assess mental health crises and to coordinate the level of intervention needed. Crisis Workers work under WI statute and Administrative Code (particularly DHS 34 and Chapter 51).Primary Responsibilities: Respond to a designated secure location within Chippewa County, WI to assess individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Complete mental health and suicide risk assessment and assist in least restrictive planning.Location of Position: Home-based/On-call. General response expectation is 30-45 minutes to most locations in the county applying for.Pay Rate: $40.00/8-hour on-call shift (whether or not responding), when dispatched $27.50/hour for assessment time/travel/documentation, $0.66/mileage reimbursement, and $18.00/hour training pay.Available On-Call Shifts:4:30pm - 12:30am Monday - Friday3:00 PM - 11:00 PM weekends/holidaysJob Type: Part-time - On-CallBenefits:Flexible scheduleEAPWellness ProgramRequirements:Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in a human service-related program with a minimum of 2 years' experience in the mental health field. Consideration given to individuals who do not have bachelor's with comparable working experience and skills.Experience:mental health: 2 years (Required)