Crisis Counseling Specialist – Lifeline & 24/7 Support

Crisis Services; Buffalo (NY); In loco; USD 30.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Union membership

Paid time off

Wellness program

Quiet room onsite

Health insurance

FSA program

Dental & vision insurance

403(b) plan with employer match

PSLF eligibility

Descrizione del lavoro

Crisis Services in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Crisis Counseling Specialist II to provide 24/7 crisis counseling by phone and chat, including lethality assessment, supportive counseling, and information/referral through the Crisis Counseling Program.

Requires a Master’s degree in a human services field and licensure (LMSW/LCSW or LMHC); Level I preferred. The role offers union membership, generous benefits, paid training, and a schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.

Competenze

• Master's degree in human services or related field.
• Licensure (LMSW/LCSW or LMHC) required.
• Strong knowledge of mental health and suicide dynamics.
• HIPAA knowledge and privacy principles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Mansioni

• Deliver crisis phone and chat counseling, including lethality assessment.
• Provide supportive counseling and information/referral.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Coordinate with 24-hour hotline services.

Conoscenze

Intermediate computer skills

HIPAA knowledge

Formazione

Master's degree in human services or related field

Licensure LMSW/LCSW or LMHC

Bachelor's degree in human services field

Associates degree with equivalent experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Crisis Services in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Crisis Counseling Specialist II to provide 24/7 crisis counseling by phone and chat, including lethality assessment, supportive counseling, and information/referral through the Crisis Counseling Program.

Requires a Master’s degree in a human services field and licensure (LMSW/LCSW or LMHC); Level I preferred. The role offers union membership, generous benefits, paid training, and a schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.