Peer Support EMT CCLR (53870)

Health Solutionsis a premier wellness center focused on whole person care. With over 400 employees in Southern Colorado you would be joining a mighty team of support and administrative staff clinicians physicians nurses and others in our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.

Were hiring for a full-time EMT Peer Supportto join our Crisis Services Team at 1310 Chinook Ln Pueblo CO.

SHIFT: Monday through Thursday 7:00 pm to 5:00 am

What Youll Be Doing

We are seeking an empathetic and skilled EMT Peer Support Specialist to join our mental health crisis and mobile crisis response services this role you will provide crisis intervention emotional support and immediate medical assistance to individuals experiencing mental health crises in various community settings. As an EMT Peer Support Specialist you will collaborate closely with mental health professionals and emergency response teams to ensure comprehensive and effective crisis response and mobile outreach services.

RESPONSIBILITIES: As an EMT Peer Supportunder the supervision of the Director of Crisis you will:

• Respond promptly and compassionately to mental health crisis and mobile crisis calls providing on-site support and medical assistance as needed.
• Conduct initial assessments of individuals in crisis medical needs.
• Utilize your EMT training and experience to provide immediate medical care and support such as administering first aid assessing vital signs and managing any physical health emergencies.
• Establish rapport and build trust with individuals in crisis offering non-judgmental and empathetic peer support.
• Collaborate with mental health professionals law enforcement and other emergency response teams to coordinate and implement crisis intervention strategies.
• Facilitate de-escalation techniques and utilize crisis prevention strategies to help individuals regain emotional stability.
• Document all interactions assessments and interventions accurately and in a timely manner adhering to confidentiality and legal guidelines.
• Provide ongoing emotional support actively listening to individuals concerns and providing encouragement and validation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including mental health clinicians social workers and emergency responders to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive crisis response.
• Participate in regular team meetings case conferences and trainings to enhance crisis intervention skills EMT skills trauma-informed care and peer support techniques.
• Maintain knowledge of current mental health crisis response protocols EMT protocols policies and best practices.
• Other assigned duties

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel to various locations and move quickly in emergency situations including entering homes public spaces and outdoor environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during crisis response and on-site interventions.
• Ability to lift carry and move equipment or supplies up to 25 pounds independently and assist individuals as needed during emergencies.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks such as administering first aid taking vital signs and operating medical equipment.
• Frequent bending kneeling and reaching to provide care in varied environments including confined spaces.
• Ability to visually assess individuals and environments read medical instruments and hear and respond to verbal communication alarms and emergency signals.
• Ability to maintain focus and physical endurance during prolonged crisis interventions including high-stress and unpredictable situations.

What Youll Like About Us

• Competitive pay $19.24 $20.22 Hourly (Dependent on experience certification and shift)
• Generous benefits package. For most positions includes paid holidays generous PTO EAP tuition reimbursement retirement insurances FSA and a premier wellness program
  • Insurance: Medical Dental and Vision with low deductibles. Also Wellness benefits program available.
  • HS Funded: EAP LifeLock Direct Path Life and AD&D LTD
  • Retirement 403(b) with employer match up to 6%
  • Additional Insurance: FSA Voluntary Life Sun Life Voluntary benefits and pet insurance
  • Childcare
  • Flexible work schedule
• Employee recognitions and celebrations
• Warm and friendly work environment in which staff respect and learn from one another

What were looking ForThe Must-Haves

• Valid certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Peer Certification or ability to attain within 1 year
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with individuals in crisis their families and other professionals collaboratively
• Personal lived experience with mental health challenges and the ability to use that experience to provide peer support and relate to others
• Knowledge of mental health disorders crisis intervention techniques and community resources is advantageous
• Ability to remain calm and composed and make sound decisions in high-stress situations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for accurate documentation and reporting
• Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings weekends and holidays as crisis and mobile response services operate on a 24/7 basis
• Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality in all interactions

What wed Like to See in youthe Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience working as an EMT in crisis response or emergency medical services

• Spanish language skills

Health Solutions expects all staff to

• Adapt to change in the workplace and use change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity.
• Take ownership of problems brainstorm problem resolutions and use sound judgment in selecting solutions to problems and demonstrate consistent follow through.
• Possess the job knowledge and skills to perform the fundamental job functions and willingly assume greater responsibility over time regarding the scope of work.
• Inspire and model collaborative teamwork and Human Kindness; and
• Demonstrate accommodation politeness helpfulness trust building appropriate boundaries and flexibility in customer service.

Must already be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships not available.

Closing Date: EOE M/F