ASSOCIATE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS CLINICIAN
City of Chicago | |
$69,900 | |
United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
April 23, 2024 | |
ASSOCIATE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS CLINICIAN
Job Number:
3505-CDPH-2024
Description
BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Associate Mental Health Crisis Clinician Bureau of Behavior Health Program: CARE Number of Positions: 8 SALARY: $69,900 This position is open to current BIDDERS from AFSCME AND the PUBLIC including current city employees in other unions or non-union positions. Only current city employees covered under the City's Collective Bargaining Agreement with AFSCME are considered BIDDERS, these individuals are eligible to bid. Qualified BIDDERS who properly submit a bid will receive preference over any non-bidders. BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND 1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago" 2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number') 3. Select your correct bargaining unit FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION WORKING WITH THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CDPH works with communities and partners to create an equitable, safe, resilient and Healthy Chicago. ROLE SUMMARY Under supervision, performs entry-level professional clinical and therapeutic support services as a dedicated team member on the Crisis Assistance Response and Engagement (CARE) team, the City of Chicago's alternate response program to 911 calls for service that include a behavioral health component. These Alternate Response Teams support an overall effort to deliver specialized services tailored to meet the needs of people living with mental health conditions, substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, and unmet social needs (homelessness) who interface with the City's emergency response system; and performs related duties as required. This class title is the first level in the Mental Health Crisis Clinician series. This class is distinguished from the Mental Health Crisis Clinician series by the constrained level of discretion applied to task assignments, restricted latitude in determining work methodologies, and limited decision-making authority necessary for completing assignments. ESSENTIAL DUTIES * Responds in collaboration with other alternate response team members to 911 calls with an identified behavioral health component * Provides immediate and short-term crisis assessments, crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, safety planning, referrals, and linkages to persons experiencing a mental health crisis * Consults with Mental Health Crisis Clinicians or other licensed clinician staff to discuss crisis intervention assessments and techniques * Prepares and maintains detailed and confidential documentation including progress notes and outcomes of crisis interventions consistent with department and City of Chicago standards * Collaborates with and assists team members to coordinate proper follow-up case management for 911 calls for service with a behavioral health component * Follows up with clients to ensure appropriate linkages for support services are provided * Delivers services that are compassionate, trauma-informed, and attentive to the particular needs and value of each patient * Connects individuals with necessary resources to support their recovery and well-being * Participates in team/department meetings, in-services, and case coordination sessions * May coordinate with police & fire telecommunicators onsite providing support to calls received of those experiencing behavioral health emergencies Additional duties may be required for this position. Location:
1338 S. Clinton St Chicago, IL 60607 *Due to the nature of this position, this role is expected to work in multiple locations* Days:
Monday - Friday Hours:
9:30AM - 5:30PM *Hours and days are subject to change based on program needs* THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Training * Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or directly related field. Licensure, Certification or Other Qualifications WORKING CONDITIONS EQUIPMENT PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES, AND ABILITIES SKILLS ABOUT YOU * Informed Decision Making - collect, share, and operationalize data to support public health decisions and actions to improve health and achieve our mission. CDPH leverages appropriate data infrastructure and technology to drive decisions and assess performance. * Teamwork - cultivate belonging and respect for colleagues and community partners. Act responsibly and work cooperatively to ensure effective communication. Encourage each other to grow and achieve our common goals. * Excellence - value creativity, innovation, and exploration; continuously seek ways to improve processes and systems by working together with integrity, honesty, compassion, and transparency. All employees of the City of Chicago must demonstrate commitment to and compliance with applicable state and federal laws, City ordinances and rules; the City's Ethics standards; and other City policies and procedures. Equivalent foreign degrees, accreditations, and credentials in evaluating qualifications will be considered. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT. The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. City of Chicago Brandon Johnson, Mayor Job Posting
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Apr 23, 2024, 2:21:29 PM
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Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External
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May 8, 2024, 4:59:00 AM
BU
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Salary
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$69,900
Pay Basis
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Yearly |