Behavioral Health Crisis Response Specialist

Snohomish County; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Snohomish County Human Services seeks a qualified clinician to join the crisis team. The role involves evaluating individuals in behavioral health crises and arranging voluntary and involuntary hospitalization when needed.

You will work independently on a dynamic team with varied evening and weekend shifts. Applicants should have a master’s degree in a related field, two years of direct treatment experience, and a valid license (LMHC, LMSW, or LMFT).

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, clinical psychology, psychiatric nursing or related field required.
• Two years of direct treatment experience for mentally ill clients or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid and current licensure as LMHC, LMSW, or LMFT required; must pass job-related tests.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and evaluations for involuntary commitment and initiate detention when criteria are met.
• Assess behavioral health emergencies and provide crisis intervention.
• Collaborate with hospitals, emergency departments, psychiatrists, and community agencies to ensure best outcomes.
• Provide ongoing community education regarding crisis services and involuntary treatment.
• Coordinate admissions and transportation with hospitals when necessary.
• Support ITA Court processes and provide information to prosecutors and others in the judicial system; provide court testimony as needed.
• Maintain thorough records and files for all program activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Emergency Assessment

Record Keeping

Education

Master's degree in social work, clinical psychology, psychiatric nursing or related field

Job description

Snohomish County Human Services seeks a qualified clinician to join the crisis team. The role involves evaluating individuals in behavioral health crises and arranging voluntary and involuntary hospitalization when needed.

You will work independently on a dynamic team with varied evening and weekend shifts. Applicants should have a master’s degree in a related field, two years of direct treatment experience, and a valid license (LMHC, LMSW, or LMFT).