Community Crisis Intervention Specialist

Racine, County of (WI); Racine (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Racine County is seeking Crisis Providers to serve as the first contact for individuals in emotional crisis, offering face-to-face, telephone, and mobile crisis services. The role includes assessments, safety planning, referrals, and coordination with law enforcement and community partners to resolve crises.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred), a Wisconsin driver’s license, and the ability to work in the community across settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, or related degree.
• Master’s degree in social work or counseling.
• Licensed/Certified advance practice social worker or licensed professional counselor – in training license preferred.
• One year of experience providing mental health or crisis services.
• Experience working with youth with mental health issues.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals in the community who are experiencing an emergency mental health crisis and create safety plans as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention, referrals, and linkage to resources.
• Provide oral and written communication per DHS 34 and Medicaid standards.
• Deliver telephone and mobile crisis intervention services to diverse age groups.
• Interview clients to gather mental health and AODA information and assess needs.
• Gather data to verify past disorders and treatment history.
• Complete in-person assessments in the community or various settings to identify needs and level of care.
• Develop crisis plans using individual strengths and community resources.
• Facilitate follow-up interventions with individuals and families.
• Represent Behavioral Health Services at hearings and coordinate with partners.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, psychology, or related degree

Master’s degree in social work or counseling

Licensed/Certified advance practice social worker or licensed professional counselor – in training license preferred

Minimum of one year of experience providing mental health or crisis services

Experience working with youth with mental health issues

Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and automobile insurance

Fully vaccinated against Covid-19

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Racine County is seeking Crisis Providers to serve as the first contact for individuals in emotional crisis, offering face-to-face, telephone, and mobile crisis services. The role includes assessments, safety planning, referrals, and coordination with law enforcement and community partners to resolve crises.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred), a Wisconsin driver’s license, and the ability to work in the community across settings.