$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!!

Terms discussed during interview

Overview:

LifeSkills, Inc is a Community Mental Health Center built on a 50+year tradition of providing high quality services related to mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities.  Our company is committed to the belief that recovery is possible for all with proper assessment, treatment and supports. Careers with LifeSkills offer the opportunity to learn and grow while working in a fun, friendly and supportive work environment

Brief Job Description:

The Adult Crisis Unit Assistant Manager position is a unique opportunity to for an individual seeking to provide leadership to a team of dedicated staff who recognize the importance of serving individuals in crisis.  LifeSkills Adult Crisis Unit provides crisis response and prevention for individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or intellectual/developmental disabilities related needs.  Our team is committed to providing 24/7 crisis care to adults in a safe, professional and compassionate manner. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, guidance and training to Residential Associate Staff to ensure quality services are provided to adults in crisis
• Be central in developing and maintaining strong teams and a positive work environment
• Assist the Program manager in recruiting and retaining qualified individuals for positions at Adult Crisis Unit
• Provide screenings, assessments and therapy services to adults who are experiencing a crisis

Benefits of Becoming Adult Crisis Unit Assistant Manager

• Opportunity to build skills as an effective leader and serve as a mentor to staff who are just entering the field of mental health services
• Work with supportive and encouraging team of mental health professionals
• Sign-On Bonus
• Paid holidays and Paid Time off (PTO)
• Continuing education and licensure expense budget
• Supervision costs paid for individuals seeking full licensure and requiring supervision
• Health Insurance
• 401-K match after one year

Work Hours

• Schedule primarily weekdays with some regular weekend work

Education and Experience:

• Position requires a Master’s degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family, or counseling with applicable certification or licensure
• Strong preference for the candidate to be fully licensed by a KY Board
• Strong preference for the candidate to have previous experience with crisis services as well as managerial experience
• Good verbal and communication skills are necessary along with the ability to work calmly under stressful conditions