Crisis Specialist

Woods Services • Hainesport, NJ

1d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Legacy operates the State-designated Screening and Crisis Intervention Program for Burlington County, providing evaluations 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to individuals experiencing a psychiatric crisis or posing a danger to self, others or property. We make it our priority to screen and triage individuals in crisis within community settings as opposed to a hospital setting. Our certified screeners and mental health professionals work together to stabilize the crisis and determine the most appropriate, least restrictive treatment option.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in a mental health field preferred. Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in a mental health related field and two years of mental health experience required.
• Your driver's license must be in good standing, with no recent suspensions or violations of careless/reckless driving or excessive speeding of more than 20 MPH, and no more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• The Crisis Specialist interviews consumers, completes assessment, treatment plans, and crisis intervention.
• Outreaches as required.
• Answers a 24-hour hotline.
• Expected to report for work in inclement weather.
• Additional tasks will be added to the Director’s discretion.

Benefits

• 2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year
• Medical insurance, vision, dental, and life insurance benefits
• 403(b) employee participation and employer match
• 9 Agency-paid holidays
• Training opportunities provided throughout the year
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employment
• Retention bonus and sign-on bonus eligible
• Salary: Starting at $20 - $24 / hour - depending upon education / experience
• Shifts available: 3 pm – 11 pm and 11 pm – 7 am

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level