Crisis Intervention Specialist

Role Overview

• Provide comprehensive crisis intervention including coordination of admission/referral for patients
• Conduct intake assessments to patients presenting with mental health needs in the Emergency Department and/or Walk In Center
• Interact with care teams that may include physicians and other team members
• Serve as a liaison for other hospital/network sites
• Support the requests of other patient care areas regarding patients with mental health needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field and 2-6 years of equal job experience
• Master’s degree in a human services field and 1-3 years of equal job experience
• 1 year of direct clinical mental health/crisis intervention experience required
• Previous experience with case management/utilization review and managed care models preferred

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Professional development
• Paid time off