Assess mental status, risk, and clinical needs of person in distress using independent determinations that could have significant ramifications while providing excellent verbal and written communication skills
Provides assistance to and collaborates with law enforcement on mental health related calls through the clinical assessment process, gathering of relevant collateral information, providing of resources to individuals and families, and coordination with community providers
Provides emergency psychotherapy, evaluates clinical need for hospitalization, and evaluates appropriateness for involuntary treatment according to legal criteria
Demonstrates proficient knowledge of the principles and practices, theories, laws and authorities of counseling and social work that include: therapeutic theories, community resources; health care records management; interpersonal relations; common safety hazards and precautions; and the ability to apply knowledge; maintain accurate charts and records; handle sensitive and confidential information; respond to emergency situations; and establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Provides a variety of crisis intervention and prevention services in community settings, including jails, hospitals, and private settings. Services will include crisis counseling and case management, consultation, transportation, and documentation of all services provided
Maintains current knowledge of community resources for individuals and families
Provides follow-up and coordination of care for individuals in distress
May provide written reports to county attorney and court and/or testify in court in civil commitment cases