University of California Santa Cruz
Campus Mobile Crisis Team Intervention Specialist
University of California Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061
Campus Mobile Crisis Team Intervention SpecialistLocation:
Santa CruzJob ID:
66655UC Santa Cruz Counseling and Psychological Services is seeking an Intervention Specialist experienced in mental health crisis response to join our Campus Mobile Crisis Team (CMCT). The CMCT program was created in 2022 to respond to emergent mental health situations on our campus and to support student voices asking for innovative, culturally sensitive, and tiered responses to campus mental health crises and the national trend towards non-police options.The CMCT Intervention Specialist provides mobile crisis response services to diverse students and other members of the UCSC community, with an important focus on providing access and crisis response to the BIPOC student population. The CMCT improves the campus infrastructure for supporting students experiencing crises and expanding outcome monitoring and follow-up services for students in crisis. Hours of operation: Monday-Tuesday, 2:00 PM-12 midnight and Wednesday-Sunday, 12 noon-12 midnight.JOB SUMMARYThe Campus Mobile Crisis Team (CMCT) responds to calls for service involving behavioral health issues on the campus of UC Santa Cruz. The Campus Mobile Crisis Team Intervention Specialist is a field responder tasked with assessing and managing the behavioral health issues of students and others in crisis on campus, works in tandem with another Intervention Specialist, and is supervised by the Campus Mobile Crisis Team Supervisor.JOB DUTIESMobile Crisis Intervention and PreventionProvides a regular presence on campus as part of the Campus Mobile Crisis Team as dispatched by central communications and during routine rounds.Conducts mental health assessments and crisis intervention for students in the field.Maintains confidentiality and respects the boundaries of clients experiencing emotional distress.Documents services provided; Records and tracks relevant call data.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.Two years of experience in crisis intervention or delivery of mental health services in non-traditional settings, preferably field based intervention.Ability to drive a large passenger van.Knowledge and experience regarding harm reduction, trauma-informed care, patient-centered care, suicide assessment, and motivational interviewing.Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and stated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity issues in the delivery of crisis services.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdvanced degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field.SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSelected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.HOW TO APPLYFor full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration.APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESSTo ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site.
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Santa CruzJob ID:
66655UC Santa Cruz Counseling and Psychological Services is seeking an Intervention Specialist experienced in mental health crisis response to join our Campus Mobile Crisis Team (CMCT). The CMCT program was created in 2022 to respond to emergent mental health situations on our campus and to support student voices asking for innovative, culturally sensitive, and tiered responses to campus mental health crises and the national trend towards non-police options.The CMCT Intervention Specialist provides mobile crisis response services to diverse students and other members of the UCSC community, with an important focus on providing access and crisis response to the BIPOC student population. The CMCT improves the campus infrastructure for supporting students experiencing crises and expanding outcome monitoring and follow-up services for students in crisis. Hours of operation: Monday-Tuesday, 2:00 PM-12 midnight and Wednesday-Sunday, 12 noon-12 midnight.JOB SUMMARYThe Campus Mobile Crisis Team (CMCT) responds to calls for service involving behavioral health issues on the campus of UC Santa Cruz. The Campus Mobile Crisis Team Intervention Specialist is a field responder tasked with assessing and managing the behavioral health issues of students and others in crisis on campus, works in tandem with another Intervention Specialist, and is supervised by the Campus Mobile Crisis Team Supervisor.JOB DUTIESMobile Crisis Intervention and PreventionProvides a regular presence on campus as part of the Campus Mobile Crisis Team as dispatched by central communications and during routine rounds.Conducts mental health assessments and crisis intervention for students in the field.Maintains confidentiality and respects the boundaries of clients experiencing emotional distress.Documents services provided; Records and tracks relevant call data.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.Two years of experience in crisis intervention or delivery of mental health services in non-traditional settings, preferably field based intervention.Ability to drive a large passenger van.Knowledge and experience regarding harm reduction, trauma-informed care, patient-centered care, suicide assessment, and motivational interviewing.Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and stated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity issues in the delivery of crisis services.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdvanced degree in psychology, counseling, social work or related field.SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSelected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.HOW TO APPLYFor full consideration, applicants should attach their resume and cover letter when applying for a job opening. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration.APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESSTo ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site.
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