Crisis Intervention Specialist I-All Shifts Available/Weekend Work/FT & PT Considered!!

Description

Are you seeking an opportunity where you can have an impact on your community? Do you enjoy helping others? Are you looking for a rewarding position?

Full-time positions offer 100% paid health, dental, life, and short-term/long term disability for employees. 

Generous Paid Time Off plan that begins accruing on first payday! Years 1-5 38 Days of PTO each year-prorated first year depending on hire date. PTO increases after 5, 10, 20 Years of Service.

Retirement plan with 4% match!

Shifts available All shifts please answer the availability questions. Onsite Only.

No experience is necessary for right candidate. Training is provided.

What you bring us:

· Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with individuals in crisis

· Professional phone skills and clear speaking voice

· Strong problem-solving abilities to assess situations and provide appropriate interventions

· Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations

· Ability to maintain confidential information

· Empathy and compassion towards individuals experiencing crisis

· Ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals in crisis

· Strong organizational skills (detail oriented) to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively

· Competence with computer systems, data entry, and databases

· Self-Motivated

· Dependable and reliable

It's a plus if you have the following:

· Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and best practices

· Previous experience volunteering or working in social services or non-profit fields

· Completed some college-level courses 

If this sounds like you, please provide us with your resume and apply through our hiring portal

Mental Health America of Greenville County is increasing its staffing and is hiring full-time Crisis Intervention Specialists to handle the 24/7 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via phone, chat and text, offering support, information and referral, and crisis intervention. This is an onsite, evening /night role which includes at least one weekend shift a week. 

Physical Demands

Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs

Ability to sit for extended periods

Physical Environment 

Climate-controlled office environment

Benefits Full-time positions offer 100% paid health, dental, life, and short-term/long- term disability for employees. Excellent Paid Time Off plan, AFLAC Benefits, Employee Discount Plan & Debit Card to receive advances on your pay. Retirement plan with Match regardless of hours worked.

“Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.”

At MHAGC, we value diversity in backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences and believe that diversity in viewpoints and critical thinking drives innovation, value-based thinking and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage those from all walks of life to apply. If you believe you are a good fit for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Mission

Mental Health America of Greenville County helps support, strengthen, and save lives through services that positively impact mental health.

Vision

MHAGC envisions a world in which all people can live with hope – where care is accessible, stigma, and suicide are erased, and there is positive mental health for all

Values: WE CARE

· Well-Being – We champion a holistic approach to collective well-being, nurturing individuals across all communities. Well-being includes all aspects of health: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

· Empathy – We honor all perspectives and emotions, without judgment, fostering profound human connections.

· Collaboration – We foster a culture that emphasizes teamwork, communication, and mutual support. This creates an environment where individuals can contribute their unique perspectives and talents toward common goals.li>

· Accountability – We uphold the highest professional and ethical standards, maintain transparency, and welcome feedback for improvement. We are responsible for our actions, answering to consumers, the community, and each other.

· Respect – We treat all individuals with dignity and compassion, recognizing the inherent worth and humanity in each person. We adhere to professional boundaries with others by maintaining ethical, considerate, and caring relationships.

· Everyone – We work to dismantle barriers and create equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and circumstances. By engaging in continuous reflection to drive change and enhance understanding, we proactively foster an environment of inclusivity and belonging.