Requirements of Position - Master’s Social Worker, LLP, LLPC. A Master’s Degree with current license in one of the specialties noted above is preferred. Must demonstrate interest in and willingness to learn crisis intervention.  Must complete Crisis Intervention/Medicaid Prescreening training.

Position Responsibilities - As a member of the emergency services team the specialist will provide non-registered day crisis services, defined after-hour emergency services on-call, and short term crisis interventions. Emergency Services Specialists will provide jail services and jail diversion services, primarily for non-registered clients, in Crawford, Missaukee, Roscommon, and Wexford counties. Must be able to provide after-hours on-call coverage and response as assigned.  This position is located in the Houghton Lake office

Physical Abilities – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to walk, bend, stand, sit, lift up to 25 lbs., with or without assistance, stretch/reach, hear, see, hand/finger dexterity and drive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with applicable laws.

Working Conditions – This position will require irregular hours. It may also require travel by personal vehicle if an agency vehicle is not available. Evening or weekend hours will be required.

Applicants for employment at Northern Lakes Community Mental Health will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height or weight.

The above listing is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and should not be considered as an exhaustive list of all job duties.  Please refer to the official job description for further information.