BENEFITS:

21 days paid time off (PTO) per year

3 mental health days per year

12 paid holidays per year

health, dental, vision, life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

student loan forgiveness plan eligibility

growth opportunities

Position Summary: The Mobile Response Team (MRT) is available to provide on-site or mobile assessments and referrals for further treatment to any individual experiencing a mental health or substance abuse problem, or both. MRT services communities within Sarasota County. Services are provided to adults in various community settings rooms within the catchment area. Our staff assess clients for critical symptoms and work with the client to coordinate their next phase of treatment. MRT uses a strength-based and person-centered approach when intervening in crisis situations to ensure that clients are provided individualized care and support. All bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a clinical course of study (social work, psychology, counseling or related field).
• Licensed or license eligible highly preferred and required in some instances, such as LCSW, LICSW, LMHC.
• Commitment to providing outstanding care.
• Must have excellent clinical, written and verbal skills.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred working in a fast paced medical clinic, trauma, or residential setting and/or providing medical services to homeless individuals either in clinic or community-based settings is preferred.
• All bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Current valid US-issued driver’s license and ability to provide a registered and insured automobile for work-related purposes, including travel between work sites.
• Must be able to pass a CORI background check.

Special Skills: Clinicians thoroughly assess issues of suicide, homicide, inability to care or self, and impairment in judgment. Once an assessment is completed Clinicians work with the individual and his/her supports, both formal and informal, to coordinate the next phase of treatment.

Position: The Mobile Response Team (MRT) is available to provide on-site or mobile assessments and referrals for further treatment to any individual experiencing a mental health or substance abuse problem, or both. MRT services communities within Sarasota County. Services are provided to adults in various community settings rooms within the catchment area. Our staff assess clients for critical symptoms and work with the client to coordinate their next phase of treatment. MRT uses a strength-based and person-centered approach when intervening in crisis situations to ensure that clients are provided individualized care and support.

FIRST STEP COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrates Dependability:

Arrives to work on time according to FSOS policy

Uses leave time according to FSOS policy

Completes documentation/paperwork and projects within deadlines

Demonstrates Flexibility & Initiative:

Assumes additional responsibilities and a willingness to assist colleagues

Works different shifts when necessary

Recommends program changes and improvements

Demonstrates Teamwork:

Maintains an overall work attitude of cooperation and professionalism in all interactions with agency staff and community professionals

Attends and participates in required staff meetings and agency-wide committees

Receptive to direction and feedback from supervisor

Demonstrates Professionalism:

Conducts self in professional manner with colleagues, peers, and clients

Recognizes the rights of clients; and will protect client’s privacy at all times by following FSOS State, and Federal mandated privacy procedures and regulations

Adheres to FSOS Code of Ethics at all times

Complies with all agency policies and procedures, laws, and regulations under which First Step operates

First Step of Sarasota, Inc. (FSOS) is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We are dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our staff and clients. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. FSOS also conducts pre-employment drug screening (to include medical marijuana) as a Drug-Free Workplace pursuant to the Drug-Free Workplace Program under Florida's Workers' Compensation Law.