Mobile Crisis Response Therapist - Dayshift, 0.9 FTE
About The Position
St. Peter’s Health is expanding its Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) and is seeking compassionate, motivated therapists to join as Mobile Crisis Responders. This full-time role (0.9 FTE) involves working in collaborative pairs with an allied professional to provide person-centered care in the community. The MCRT offers 24/7, community-based, in-person behavioral health crisis response in various locations, including homes, public spaces, schools, shelters, and healthcare settings. The team pairs a licensed clinician or licensure-candidate clinician with an allied responder to deliver trauma-informed crisis intervention, safety assessment, stabilization, and rapid connection to ongoing supports. This is an opportunity for individuals energized by meaningful work, collaboration, and making a real impact in a growing program.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling.
- Active Montana SWLC or PCLC licensure (for Therapist I) or Active Montana LCSW or LCPC (or eligible mental health professional per MCA criteria) (for Therapist II).
- 1–3 years related clinical experience (crisis experience preferred) (for Therapist I).
- 2–3+ years of clinical experience required (for Therapist II).
- Valid Montana driver’s license with clean record.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
- Strong skills in assessment, crisis intervention, documentation, communication, and conflict resolution.
- Ability to function in high-stress environments with professionalism and empathy.
Nice To Haves
- Crisis experience preferred (for Therapist I).
Responsibilities
- Respond immediately to crisis dispatches using a hospital-provided vehicle.
- Conduct mental status and risk assessments using standardized tools.
- Provide trauma-informed crisis intervention, de-escalation, and brief therapeutic support.
- Collaborate with allied responders (peer support, CHW, EMT, master's-level trainee, etc.).
- Determine disposition and level of care, including safety planning and care coordination.
- Coordinate transportation when clinically indicated, emphasizing non-law-enforcement options.
- Communicate effectively with law enforcement, first responders, and community partners.
- Complete timely clinical documentation, reports, and required Medicaid-compliant billing workflows.
- Provide follow-up outreach for up to 14 days post-crisis to ensure referrals and continued support.
- Participate in required training, supervision, and administrative meetings.
- Conduct community outreach during low call volume to support prevention and engagement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
