Crisis Counselor (Disaster Response Casual) Job at International SOS Government Medical Services, Houston, TX

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  • International SOS Government Medical Services
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

Job Description

This is an on-call casual position. The Crisis Counselor will be required to respond to Disasters in support of State and Federal governments responses. This position may require deployments of 14 days to 120 days in length to areas effected by large disasters. Locations are anywhere in the United States and its territories. Rates will vary per disaster and per location. The Crisis Counselor will provide Emergency behavioral health care and case management for individuals effected by a natural disaster on behalf of the responding agency. This work will be provided onsite in shelters.

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social Work
  • Currently Licensed in State US State
  • US Citizen 
  • Live near a major airport
  • Be able to respond to site within 72 hours 
  • Clear a Child Neglect and Abuse Check and other background requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish open lines of communication for individuals with mental or emotional issues.  
  • Offer assistance to individuals with substance abuse issues.  
  • Provide prevention-oriented therapy.  
  • Implement and review treatment plans. 
  • Collaborate with additional treatment providers and placement agencies.  
  • Ensure all documentation is completed in a timely manner.  
  • Cross-train to work within in the clinics, emergency room, and inpatient units. 
  • On-call rotation schedule participation as needed 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Required Skills and Knowledge

  • Previous experience in mental health counseling or other related fields  
  • Familiarity with community mental health resources  
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills  
  • Ability to build rapport with clients  
  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Work is normally performed in Austere conditions
  • Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. 
  • May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs. 

 

Additional Information

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Compensation | Min: $X Max: $X

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Job Tags

Minimum wage, For contractors, Casual work, Local area, Remote job,

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