Crisis Clinician: Housing & Recovery Navigator

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is seeking a Crisis Clinician for Project HOPE to provide outreach, crisis intervention, case management, and housing-focused support. The role covers Bastrop County and surrounding areas, with a strong emphasis on connecting clients to housing, benefits, medical care, and behavioral health resources.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field, plus knowledge of crisis intervention and community-based services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field required.
• Knowledge of mental health, substance use, crisis intervention, and community-based services.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a fast-paced community setting.
• Valid Texas driver's license and approved driving status required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and engage individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability.
• Complete behavioral health, safety, housing, and service-needs assessments.
• Provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, safety planning, and follow-up services.
• Develop and monitor person-centered recovery and housing stability plans.
• Provide case management, resource coordination, and referrals for housing, benefits, medical care, and more.
• Assist individuals with obtaining identification, benefits, housing documentation, and related items.
• Coordinate short-term emergency or interim housing placements when authorized.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, hospitals, landlords, and BTCS programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic documentation and grant data.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and community outreach events.
• Perform other duties to support Project HOPE operations and contractual requirements.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Outreach

Case management

Housing navigation

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Master's degree in Human Services or related field (preferred)

Job description

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is seeking a Crisis Clinician for Project HOPE to provide outreach, crisis intervention, case management, and housing-focused support. The role covers Bastrop County and surrounding areas, with a strong emphasis on connecting clients to housing, benefits, medical care, and behavioral health resources.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Human Services or related field, plus knowledge of crisis intervention and community-based services.