Job Information
Kenosha Human Development Services Crisis Counselor, 2nd Shift (Full Time) in Kenosha, Wisconsin
KENOSHA HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.
3536 52nd Street Kenosha, WI 53144
Division/Department: Crisis and Stabilization Services
Location: Crisis Prevention Center
Job Title: Crisis Counselor
Reports To: Crisis Program Manager
Type of Position: Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week or as demanded by the position (In-Person)
Salary Range: $46,300 to $48,505 per year
For more information, please click on this link: Crisis Counselor 1-28-2025 (http://www.khds.org/wp-content/uploads/Postings/371.pdf)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Crisis Counselor provides walk-in, telephone and mobile interventions to individuals experiencing a mental health emergency. This position also provides the client linkage and follow-up to community resources.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Crisis intervention for Kenosha County:
a. Respond in timely manner to caller; prioritize calls as necessary
b. Determine need for phone or on-site intervention and respond accordingly
c. Perform assessment and ascertain elements of crisis and degree of danger/urgency involved; obtain assistance as needed
d. Defuse immediate crisis reactions; collaborate with involved parties to develop safety plan, advocate as needed and facilitate outcome
e. Provide supportive listening, feedback, information and referral
f. Respond to local detention facilities for suicide assessment of targeted inmates
Refer/provide authorization for county-funded services as appropriate
a. Consult with ER staff when voluntary placements need to be funded by Kenosha County
Assess/provide emergency psychiatric inpatient hospital authorization when deemed appropriate
a. Assist law enforcement in determining the need for involuntary inpatient care
b. Present alternatives when suitable i.e., safety planning
c. Assess and assist in determining suitable placement for voluntary detox of substance addicted persons
Assess/refer/admit to KARE Center for crisis stabilization and/or to defer emergency hospital admissions
a. May provide facilitating services (such as transportation) as needed
Respond to crime scenes as requested by Law Enforcement
a. Assist police as requested and instructed
b. Assist in defusing victims and witnesses
c. Provide referrals/immediately needed services
d. Create short term safety plans for victims and witnesses involved, facilitate as needed
Perform individual employee requirements for continuing education and clinical supervision as required for agency state certification
a. Maintain accurate record of task completion
Perform other work as required by the Emergency Mental Health Services Supervisor
Promptly complete all required documentation for work as described above
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to observe, interpret, assess, and document human behaviors
Ability to maintain active pace for up to an eight-hour shift
Professional attitude, strong work ethic, ability to work independently and to maintain solid, personal boundaries
Upon hire, must complete minimum of 40 hours training
Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, in the English language
Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with good driving record
Must carry own auto insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 coverage
Ability to maintain records and document case notes daily
Ability to give and accept feedback as a part of a team
Ability to traverse within the workspace and community frequently
Be willing to learn and work with the treatment philosophies
Bilingual in Spanish a plus
Kenosha Human Development Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other status protected under federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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