Crisis Behavioral Health Triage Clinician

Community Health Network; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking a Triage Specialist to support the Crisis Department by assessing and coordinating care for patients with behavioral health needs. This role requires strong teamwork, clear communication, and careful risk assessment to determine patient severity and appropriate next steps.

The position emphasizes collaboration with crisis therapists, utilization of local resources, and adherence to professional standards while delivering compassionate care to patients in

Qualifications

• Collaborate with others in a team setting with a positive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Knowledge of local behavioral health resources is preferred.
• Experience in crisis triage and risk assessment is preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience with mentally ill or chemically dependent populations is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and care for patients seeking behavioral health services.
• Determine the nature and severity of the mental health problem for crisis department patients.
• Provide reports to Crisis Therapists regarding these patients.

Skills

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Community Health Network is seeking a Triage Specialist to support the Crisis Department by assessing and coordinating care for patients with behavioral health needs. This role requires strong teamwork, clear communication, and careful risk assessment to determine patient severity and appropriate next steps.

The position emphasizes collaboration with crisis therapists, utilization of local resources, and adherence to professional standards while delivering compassionate care to patients in