Job Description
The Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) team works with the Prince George's County Public School System administrators, teachers and students. MRSS was developed to provide effective responses to crises and to divert individuals from unnecessary legal system involvement and/or hospitalization. The MRSS team is involved in providing immediate crisis intervention, clinical evaluation, collaboration with internal or external therapists, referral to other agencies, and advocacy for any treatment deemed necessary beyond the initial crisis.
Location: Prince George's County
Responsibilities:
- Respond to mental health crisis calls and provide immediate crisis assessment and intervention on site as appropriate.
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients' mental health needs and make referrals to appropriate services as necessary.
- Diagnose utilizing the DSM 5TR and other assessments
- Connect clients to support services, including employment, education, and economic benefit programs.
- Work to divert clients from the criminal justice system for low-level behavioral health-related offenses.
- Collaborate with other MRSS members to provide a coordinated response to crisis situations.
- Communicate clients' needs to multi-disciplinary teams, such as law enforcement and hospital staff.
- Provide de-escalation techniques and other clinical interventions to clients in crisis.
- Lead a team of peer support staff, ensuring compliance with the MRSS mission.
- Provide clinical education and training to peer support staff as necessary.
- Document each client contact in a timely and accurate manner.
- Other duties as assigned
Schedule:
- Schedule: Monday-Friday
- Full-time and part-time
- Hours: 8am - 8pm (any 8 hours within)
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.
- Maryland State license required (LCPC, LCMFT, LCSW-C).
- At least 2 years of experience in crisis intervention or related field.
- Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities for mental health conditions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Flexibility to work non-traditional hours as needed.
- Valid driver s license and reliable transportation
One office location, however, responsible for attending to crises throughout Prince George s County.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off.
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
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