Blended Mobile Crisis Dispatcher - Fort Wayne Indiana

Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana
Posted On: 01/22/2025

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Job Type
Full-time

Description
Join Benchmark Human Services and positively impact the lives of other people who are just like you! Benchmark is a national leader in providing programs to individuals with disabilities and mental illness. Benchmark is seeking qualified and caring people to work as a Mobile Crisis Dispatcher. Successful applicants will attend paid training to obtain required certifications. No experience is necessary, learn on-the-job. Desired Shift: 8 pm-6am 4 days per week, every other weekend and some holidays.
Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE - those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.
Benefits:

• Competitive wages based on experience
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunitiesResponsibilities Include:
  • Maintain constant observation of GCAL dispatch board for dispatches during assigned shifts.
  • Identify and dispatch mobile crisis teams in the appropriate region/area within 5 minutes of appearing on the GCAL dispatch board.
  • Read and provide key points of the triage to MCT during dispatch as appropriate.
  • Communicate required information to Mobile Crisis Teams during dispatch.
  • Ability to learn and operate all GCAL dispatch board functions.
  • Complete encounter data entry assignments within the system accurately and timely.
  • Recognize potential issues on the GCAL dispatch board, correct or report them timely.
  • Must Stay Awake and Attentive the Entire Shift.Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:
    • High School Diploma or GED
    • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
    • Must have strong computer skills.
    • Must have at least 800 Mbps high speed internet.Preferred Qualifications:
      • Bachelor's degree or five years of experience in a dispatch setting.Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Interested candidates can apply online at www.BenchmarkHS.com/Careers
        Salary Description
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