Mental Health Worker - Crisis Stabilization Unit

Great Bachelor level opportunity exists as a Mental Health Worker in our Community Crisis Stabilization Unit in Quincy.  Join our professional team to provide specialized care to consumers in a 24-hour crisis stabilization setting.   

The Community Crisis Stabilization (CCS) Unit: an integral part of the Aspire Health Alliance's Emergency Services team, provides a staff-secure, safe, and structured crisis stabilization and treatment services in a community-based program that serves as a medically necessary, less restrictive, and voluntary alternative to inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.  The unit offers individuals access to our newly renovated 8 on-site beds during times of crisis where the length of stay is generally three to five days but is flexible to meet individual needs.   

Responsibilities include facilitating individual treatment planning; participating in recreational, therapeutic, and coping activities; encouraging consumer health through proper diet and activities of daily living; and maintaining a secure, safe setting. 

Schedules available: 

Morning – Saturday and Sunday 7 am – 3pm (16 hours) 

Overnight - Friday and Saturday 11pm - 7am (16 hours)

Hourly rate: $20.40 - $23.25 (Based on education and experience)  

Offering great benefit package!  

• Health/dental insurance  

• Generous paid time off  

• Various opportunities for career advancement  

• Commitment to provide quality training to our staff  

• Group discounts on cell phones, movie tickets and various club memberships  

• Company contribution to retirement plan  

• Company paid life insurance  

• Opportunities to attend in-service trainings and more..   

Required Skills

• Ability to work with individuals needing intensive support and supervision
• Ability to remain calm and use good judgment in crisis situations
• Good communications skills
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
• Access to a personal vehicle for outreach and client transportation

Required Experience

• BA/BS in Psychology or related field is required
• Previous experience working with individuals with mental health issues
• Prior experience working in an acute mental health setting is preferred

Aspire Health Alliance is committed to and passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We celebrate, support and promote diversity of thought, culture, and backgrounds.  As an employer committed to equal opportunity, we base all employment decisions on each individual’s capabilities and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic.  Aspire Health Alliance strives to fully reflect the clients and communities we serve and believes that a diversity of interests and cultures leads to a stronger and more innovative organization.