Mobile Crisis Specialist (Per Diem)

Join Our Team as a Mobile Crisis Specialist in the South Lake Tahoe area! About Sierra Mental Wellness Group: Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Sierra Mental Wellness Group is a comprehensive behavioral health organization committed to delivering quality mental health services and fostering well-being across the communities we serve. We provide a range of services, including outpatient programs, crisis services, crisis stabilization units, and specialized support programs under the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). Our agency is dedicated to holistic care, innovative treatment strategies, and improving client outcomes. Why This Role? As a Mobile Crisis Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in launching and shaping this new program, ensuring its success from the very beginning. Be a part of something exciting while providing life-changing support to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. What You'll Do: As a Mobile Crisis Specialist, you’ll be a vital part of our 24/7 crisis response team, providing:

• Crisis Intervention: De-escalate situations, offer short-term stabilization, and connect clients to the right resources.
• Field Assessments: Conduct mental health evaluations, including 5150 holds, and facilitate appropriate care admissions.
• Community Linkage: Help clients access social and human services to support long-term well-being.
• Collaboration: Work closely with agencies, community partners, and support networks.
• *Please note that the responsibilities listed above are intended to provide a general overview of the role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the position and the agency.**

Flexible Scheduling to Fit Your Lifestyle! This is a per diem, after-hours role primarily covering evenings, overnights, and early mornings (approximately 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM the following day). The position is designed to offer flexibility, making it well-suited for individuals who maintain other employment or professional commitments. Shifts are scheduled based on program needs and staff availability. Competitive pay structure: We recognize the importance of your time and expertise, offering a tiered pay structure:

• On-Call (standby): $10.00/hr
• Roll Out (when dispatched to a call): $42.00/hr
• Meetings/Trainings Rate: $40.00/hr

What You'll Bring: We welcome candidates from diverse educational and professional backgrounds who meet one of the following criteria:

• Master’s Degree: Social work, counseling, or related field + 2 years of counseling experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree: Social work, counseling, or related field + 4 years of counseling experience.
• Associate’s Degree: Social work, counseling, or related field + 6 years of counseling experience.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Be a foundational team member in SMWG’s new El Dorado County program, shaping its future success.
• Make a meaningful impact by providing critical support and stability to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven organization that values innovation and holistic care.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply today to join Sierra Mental Wellness Group and help us transform mental health care in the Greater Placerville area. SMWG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Pay: From $42.00 per hour Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Location:

• Placerville, CA (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

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