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Crisis Support Specialist This position works directly with our patients in the roles of observation and transportation. Must be able to demonstrate interpersonal skills, have the ability to work with persons with mental and/or physical impairments, and possess the ability to react effectively in a wide variety of human service situations.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate interpersonal skills, ability to work with persons with mental and/or physical impairments, and the ability to react effectively in a wide variety of human service situations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Transport patients depending on needs of the department.
2. Available to work requested hours as needed and attend required training and mandatory meetings.
3. Paperwork is completed in a timely fashion and accurately reflects progress toward goals
4. Sound judgment will be used in crisis situations and ongoing assignments.
5. Maintain a positive, professional and supportive relationship with patients.
6. Maintain a positive and professional relationship with Four County staff and personnel from any other agencies.
7. Confidentiality is maintained at all times.
8. Must keep other staff informed of unusual situations regarding patients.
9. Must follow professional ethics and set appropriate boundaries with patients.
10. Maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
11. Able to represent the agency in a positive manner.
12. Exhibit and promote decisions / behavior consistent with the Centers established Vision, Mission, and Values.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Any deviations to the work schedule and all overtime must be approved in advance.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.