Disaster Mental Health Services Team Member-Osceola County
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Central Florida & USVI
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- Purpose: This position supports the Regional Disaster Cycle Services department. The purpose of this position is to provide Disaster Mental Health (DMH) services to clients and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery within a chapter/region.
- Responsibilities
- Provide Disaster Mental Health interventions to clients impacted by a disaster.
- Participate in relevant meetings and activities as a member of the Disaster Mental Health chapter team.
- Participate in preparedness efforts, such as the Home Fire Campaign or community disaster education.
- Help facilitate long-term recovery for clients impacted by disaster.
- Assist the chapter in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies.
- Support other disaster responders before, during and after disaster response using staff mental health strategies.
- Qualifications
A. CURRENTLY LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:
- At minimum, holds a master’s degree in one of the mental health professions listed below; and
- Holds a current, unencumbered license from, or is registered with, any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW)
B. CURRENT SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS AND SCHOOL COUNSELORS:
- At minimum, holds a master’s degree in school psychology or school counseling; and
- Holds a current, unexpired license or certification as a school psychologist or school counselor issued by a state board of education.
C. CURRENT PSYCHIATRIC NURSES:
- Have a state license as a registered nurse; and
- Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a psychiatric setting, verified by a letter from a current or previous employer.
D. RETIRED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:
- Meet the above educational criteria for specified profession; and
- Held a license (any level license) from any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, psychiatric nurse or psychiatrist, or a certificate as a school psychologist or school counselor, within the 5 years* prior to on-boarding as a Disaster Mental Health worker; and
- Maintained a license or certification in good standing upon retirement and without any disciplinary action taken by the issuing U.S. state or territory licensing or certification board.
* If a prospective Disaster Mental Health volunteer has been retired for more than 5 years, the corresponding Disaster Mental Health Division Advisor should be consulted. See the Disaster Mental Health and Disaster Health Services Advisor Program Roster for a list of advisors and their contact information.
EXCEPTION: An individual enrolled in the Disaster Mental Health program prior to May 2010 who does not meet these eligibility criteria can continue to work in the Disaster Mental Health activity given good standing with his/her chapter and a positive performance history while working on local and/or national relief operations.
- Development Opportunities
Disaster Mental Health Chapter Coordinator and Disaster Mental Health Team Lead
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About American Red Cross - Central Florida & USVI
Location:
3310 W Main Street, Tampa, FL 33607, US
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether it's one displaced family, thousands affected by disaster, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member, our vital work is made possible by people like you. It is through the time and care of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
FL 34747
DATE POSTED
October 31, 2024
SKILLS
- Mental Health
- Disaster Response
- Counseling / Mental Health
- Healthcare
- Spiritual Healing
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training