Behavioral Health Crisis Therapist- North

Community Health Network • Ahoskie, NC

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About The Position

Join Community Health Network, where we have been dedicated to providing exceptional care for over 60 years. As a Crisis Therapist, you will conduct crisis mental health and substance abuse evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide 24-hour emergency resources to individuals in central Indiana. Your role will involve collaborating with a team to ensure the best outcomes for our patients, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and community involvement to enhance care delivery.

Requirements

• LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC in the State of Indiana required.
• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a mental health related field required.
• 2+ years of experience providing mental health treatment required.

Nice To Haves

• Past experience in crisis triage and management, risk assessments, and working with mental health and chemically dependent populations preferred.
• Experience in medical milieu preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crisis mental health and substance abuse evaluations for consumers.
• Evaluate biopsychosocial status and needs for the development of an appropriate treatment/crisis plan.
• Provide 24-hour mental health/substance abuse emergency resources to persons in central Indiana.
• Triage patients accurately and efficiently in various settings (Pavilion, ER, medical unit).
• Determine level of care and assess risk for each patient presenting as 'in crisis'.
• Conduct crisis intervention and support services to consumers of all ages.
• Coordinate direct admissions between patients' providers, inpatient psychiatrists, and inpatient units.
• Maintain documentation for all crisis and case management services, including social, psychiatric, and medical histories.
• Provide offsite and community-based response and consultation services to medical units as needed.
• Screen for acute care services including partial, outpatient, and case management.
• Provide psychiatric coverage to Network Emergency departments and other departments as needed.

Benefits

• Up to $7,500 in hiring bonuses
• Volunteer opportunities
• Benefits initiatives for community involvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree