Behavioral Health Crisis Triage Clinician

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Indianapolis is seeking a Triage Specialist to support patients seeking behavioral health services in the Crisis Department. You will help determine the nature and severity of mental health issues and coordinate care with Crisis Therapists.

The role requires a four-year degree and 1–2 years of experience with mentally ill or chemically dependent populations; knowledge of local resources and crisis triage/risk assessment are preferred.

Qualifications

• 4 year/Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years of experience with mentally ill or chemically dependent populations (Preferred).
• Experience in crisis triage and risk assessment (Preferred).
• Knowledge of local resources for behavioral health treatment (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and care of patients seeking behavioral health services.
• Determine the nature and severity of the mental health problems presented to the Crisis Department.
• Provide reports to Crisis Therapists regarding these patients.

Skills

Crisis triage

Risk assessment

Behavioral health

Mental health experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Community Health Network in Indianapolis is seeking a Triage Specialist to support patients seeking behavioral health services in the Crisis Department. You will help determine the nature and severity of mental health issues and coordinate care with Crisis Therapists.

The role requires a four-year degree and 1–2 years of experience with mentally ill or chemically dependent populations; knowledge of local resources and crisis triage/risk assessment are preferred.