Bilingual Crisis Professional/Therapist , Mobile Crisis
Salary Ranges:-
Bachelor’s degree: $24.04 - $33.66 per hour
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Master’s degree unlicensed: $25.97 - $36.36 per hour
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Master’s degree with Candidacy: $27.89 - $39.05 per hour
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Master’s degree Licensed: $31.75 - $44.42 per hour
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Master’s degree Duel Licensed: $33.34 - $46.68 per hour
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Based on relevant years of experience
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Location: Fort Collins, Colorado at our Longview campus
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Status: Full time, 40 hours per week
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Hours: Wednesday – Saturday, 10AM to 8:30PM
Employees working at locations operating 24/7 earn a differential. Shift differentials are also available for evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
The salary range for this position is SummitStone’s good faith belief and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this position at the time of the posting. SummitStone may ultimately offer more or less than the posted range. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including the applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves.
Role Overview:
As a Behavioral Health Clinician, within the Mobile Crisis team, participate as a member of the service delivery team to provide risk assessments, crisis interventions, safety planning, coordination of care including discharge planning, brief interventions, group work and potential placement for clients. These services are provided to individuals who are in a behavioral health crisis or in need of longer-term respite care and whose needs cannot be accommodated safely in the community or in a less restrictive environment. This position will cross trains to cover multiple sites including covering shifts at Garcia House, Behavioral Health Urgent Care, Mobile Response Services, and our Crisis Stabilization Unit.
Essential Duties:
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Providing on-going crisis assessments, crisis intervention techniques, conduct de-escalation, safety planning, and maintaining clinical records and other reporting data for clients with mild to severe mental health and/or substance use disorders.
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Observe clients in a variety of situations; assess mental status of client and formulate treatment plans and goals. Perform case management services as needed to assist clients to meet their goals as stated in their service/treatment plans. Refer clients to supportive services such as vocational, medical, social security, housing authority, etc.
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Conduct crisis intervention via telephone and/or face-to-face. Intervene and de-escalate crisis situations with clients. Assess the risk of harm to self or others, create comprehensive safety plans, and arrange needed resources
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Assist clients in improving their well-being and quality of life by training in behavioral skills; educating clients to make informed choices; developing clients coping skills, helping clients to problem solve, and negotiating tasks of daily living.
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Document treatment plans, progress reports, group notes, individual notes, case management notes, letters, faxes and phone calls. Follow the proper protocol for documentation as set forth by Quality Assurance and to third party payor’s requirements that have contracts with SummitStone.
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Maintain close and cooperative relationships with community agencies and other public agencies in carrying out treatment/recovery/service plans.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Experience, and Licensure
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Bilingual required
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Experience working in a community-based behavioral health setting providing direct support and services to individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges is required or preferred based on level. Advanced levels typically require two or more years of relevant experience.
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Experience coordinating mental health interventions and services with community partners and external agencies is preferred.
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Completion of the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Crisis Professional Curriculum through the OwnPath Learning Hub is required within 90 days of hire unless already Crisis Professional Certified.
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Participation in a Substance Use Disorder training program is required upon hire where applicable.
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Colorado Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) certification is preferred or required for designated levels.
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Current CPR and First Aid certification is required at hire or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
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Valid Colorado driver's license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire, is required. Employees must maintain an acceptable driving record and may be required to safely transport clients to appointments, community activities, treatment programs, and partner agency locations.
Career Level Requirements
Level
Education Requirement
Licensure/Certification Requirement
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Completion of the Colorado BHA Crisis Professional Curriculum and Crisis Professional Certification; or Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field; or Master's degree in an unrelated field
None required
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Master's degree in a related behavioral health field
None required
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Bachelor's degree in a related field plus Colorado Addiction Specialist (CAS) certification; or Master's degree in a related behavioral health field
Behavioral health licensure candidacy (e.g., LPCC, SWC, MFTC, or equivalent) or CAS certification as applicable
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Master's degree in a related behavioral health field
Active Colorado professional license such as LPC, LCSW, LAC, or LMFT
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Master's degree in a related behavioral health field
Dual licensure and advanced professional credentials consistent with organizational requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
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At least one year of demonstrated experience working in a community-based behavioral health setting, providing direct support or services to individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges preferred
SummitStone will take into consideration a combination of an applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves. The position posting describes the minimum and preferred qualifications for position and, beyond those, the candidate is responsible for making a compelling case in support of their application.
There are opportunities within our team-based model to attend company-sponsored training programs, complete certifications (such as CAT or CAS) and to learn from seasoned colleagues daily. SummitStone provides clinical supervision toward licensure at no cost to the employee and reimburses any fees required for licensure.
Longview Campus is the new Acute Care Behavioral Health facility which serves Larimer County residents in need of urgent help with mental health and/or substance use disorders. SummitStone has the privilege of partnering closely with Larimer County on this venture. For more information click HERE.
At SummitStone Health Partners, we strive to foster trust, empower recovery, and inspire hope to strengthen and enrich our Northern Colorado community.
We need your help to make this vision a reality.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic self. We actively seek team members with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we honor the whole self—embracing differences in race, ethnicity, ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, socioeconomic status, language, and the many intersections of identity. We invite everyone to be part of our journey and proudly serve as an equal opportunity employer.
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Total Rewards
At SummitStone Health Partners, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Eligibility and pro-rated benefit levels are based on FTE (full-time equivalent) status.
Below are some of the benefits we offer:
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage — including options for eligible dependents
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Mental health and wellness resources
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Short-term and long-term disability insurances
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Paid time off (PTO): Accrued vacation and personal leave based on FTE status and length of service
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Paid Sick Leave: Provided in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA)
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A range of voluntary benefits available to all employees
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403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
Health & Safety Requirement
All employees are required to receive an annual flu vaccination or have an approved exemption in place and wear a mask during flu season
Reach Out
SummitStone will provide persons with disabilities with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or selection process, please let your recruiter know.
Questions? Please email us at [email protected].
This position will be open for a minimum of three days and/or until a top candidate is identified.
