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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Volunteer 988 Crisis Counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Volunteer 988 Crisis Counselor, you need strong active listening skills, emotional resilience, and a foundational understanding of mental health and crisis intervention, typically supported by completion of specialized training programs. Familiarity with crisis management protocols, call center software, and secure communication platforms is often required. Compassion, nonjudgmental attitude, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively supporting individuals in crisis, ensuring their safety, and connecting them with appropriate resources.

What types of support and training are provided to Volunteer 988 Crisis Counselors before they begin taking live calls?

Volunteer 988 Crisis Counselors receive comprehensive training before they begin handling live calls. This typically includes structured modules on crisis intervention, active listening, suicide prevention, and protocols for handling various emergency situations. Counselors often participate in role-playing exercises and supervised practice sessions to build confidence and skills. Ongoing supervision, peer support, and access to mental health professionals are also provided to ensure counselors feel supported and prepared for challenging calls.

What is a Volunteer 988 Crisis Counselor?

A Volunteer 988 Crisis Counselor is a trained individual who provides immediate support to people experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis via the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. These counselors answer calls, texts, or chats, offering nonjudgmental listening, safety planning, resources, and crisis intervention. Volunteers play a crucial role in helping individuals feel heard and supported during difficult moments, often connecting them with further mental health resources if needed. They receive specialized training to handle sensitive situations with empathy and confidentiality.
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Licensed Counselor - Crestview Mobile Response Team

LifeView Group

Crestview, FL

$56.67K - $62.80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

This will be a daytime hybrid position - 8 hours with on call rotation.

Lakeview Center is a part of the Federal Loan Repayment Program - HRSA.gov

Lakeview Center provides comprehensive behavioral health care to adults and children with mental illnesses, drug and alcohol dependencies and intellectual disabilities. Across Northwest Florida, our services range from residential treatment to outpatient counseling, psychiatry, trauma care, treatments for substance misuse and 24/7 support for those with serious mental illnesses. Learn more at eLakeviewCenter.org.

About LCI with Benefits

Medical Dental Vision Basic Life and AD&D Voluntary Term Life Employer Paid Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) Employee Assistance Program Accident Insurance Group Critical Illness Insurance Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance Paid Time Off Identity Theft Protection Employee Discount Program Teladoc  

Mobile Response Team (MRT) - Lakeview Center also has an emergency community option. The MRT serves residents of Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton counties. They provide 24/7 intervention and support for individuals in crisis via telephone triage or in-person. MRT comes to you seeking to: Reduce trauma. Prevent unnecessary hospitalizations. Divert persons from juvenile or criminal system.

Overview:

Primary duty is the performance of work requiring advanced knowledge (Master's Degree, License/Certification, and at least two years of experience) in the field of Human Services, and to use such advanced knowledge to consistently exercise discretion and independent judgment in providing the highest quality client-centered therapeutic services. This position is entrusted with a high level of responsibility and insight in treating clients and ensuring services are provided and documented in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, in addition to LCI and division standards. Based on the knowledge and degree required, this position will serve as a position in the provision of direct care.


Therapeutic services include but are not limited to, assessment, safety planning, direct service provision, person centered services and management of client risk.
Role Requirements.

Role Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in psychology, social work, counseling, rehabilitation, or a related human services field (a related human services field is one in which major course work includes the study of human behavior and development).
  • Valid license in Florida as LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT.
  • At least two (2) years' experience working with individuals who have mental health, substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders or developmental disabilities.
  • Must be able to provide individualized, integrated mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring services to meet the needs of individuals served and their families.
  • Must be able to pass organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside, a good driving record and be insurable under the corporate policy.

Compensation

Salary Range is between $56,672 to $62,800 per year with an additional supplemental pay (up to 10% of base pay) for Mobile Response Team members. 

To Apply:

Interested applicants please visit https://www.lifeviewgroup.org/careers-overview and complete the on-line application. If you require additional assistance, please call Human Resources at 850-495-3512.

LifeView Group, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.  Drug Free Workplace Employer, DRUG TESTING REQUIRED.

A Level II background screening is required. For more information, please use the following link. HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration

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