Crisis Specialist
About The Position
The Crisis Specialist works for Legacy Treatment Services’ State-designated Screening and Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) for Burlington County, New Jersey. The program provides psychiatric crisis evaluations 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, prioritizing screening and triage in community settings rather than hospitals. Certified screeners and mental health professionals work together to stabilize crises and determine the most appropriate, least restrictive treatment option. The specialist interviews consumers, completes assessments and treatment plans, provides crisis intervention, conducts outreach as required, and answers a 24-hour hotline. The position requires reporting to work during inclement weather. Additional tasks may be assigned at the Director’s discretion. Available schedules are Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; or Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The posting lists a salary range of $22.50–$25.00 per hour and describes a base rate of $20.50 per hour with additional pay that may apply for education, licensure, screener certification, and post-degree experience. Shift differentials are offered for evening hours and for weekend and overnight shifts.
Requirements
- At least a bachelor’s degree in a mental health-related field.
- At least two years of mental health experience.
- A driver’s license in good standing, with no recent suspensions or violations for careless or reckless driving or excessive speeding of more than 20 MPH, and no more than two moving violations within the last three years.
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree in a mental health field is preferred.
- Master’s degree, licensure, screener certification, and post-degree experience may qualify for additional hourly pay.
Responsibilities
- Interview consumers.
- Complete assessments and treatment plans.
- Provide crisis intervention.
- Conduct outreach as required.
- Answer a 24-hour hotline.
- Report for work during inclement weather.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned at the Director’s discretion.
Benefits
- 3.2 weeks of paid time off during the first year.
- Medical insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 403(b) employee participation and employer match.
- Nine agency-paid holidays.
- Training opportunities throughout the year.
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment.
- Biannual retention bonus of $1,250 for full-time staff.
- Shift differentials for specified evening, weekend, and overnight hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
