Crisis Counselor (Child & Youth)

MHC Mental Health Cooperative, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization in Nashville is seeking a Crisis Counselor for children and youth. This role involves providing crisis intervention services, conducting assessments, and developing crisis plans. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in a related field and specialized training in crisis intervention. Join a team that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Gym Discounts

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible with intent to obtain provisional license within 1-2 years.
• Comfortable responding to community crisis calls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crisis assessments and interventions to address psychiatric emergencies.
• Develop individualized crisis plans.
• Maintain excellent customer service skills.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Customer Service

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work

Job description

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Crisis Counselor (Child & Youth)

Apply locations Nashville, TN | full-time | posted 3 days ago | job requisition id JR100920

Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a special organization where outstanding company culture is intentional, and clients and associates are treated equally.

Founded in 1993, Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) serves individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, expanding to children and adolescents with emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee. We support those challenged by mental illness and poverty, with offices in Nashville and satellite locations across the region.

If you are caring, collaborative, innovative, and energizing, this might be a great place for you!

Job Title:

Crisis Counselor (Child & Youth)

Job Summary:

Provide face-to-face and telephone crisis intervention services to individuals experiencing mental health emergencies.

Schedule Available:

Wednesday through Sunday, 11 pm - 8 am

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct crisis assessments and interventions to address psychiatric emergencies.
2. Assess for the least restrictive options to meet client needs.
3. Refer to hospitalization facilities when necessary.
4. Refer to Diversion Services with appropriate clinical information.
5. Participate in supervisory consultations for care disposition.
6. Provide follow-up services as per policies and Title 33.
7. Develop individualized crisis plans.
8. Respond promptly to face-to-face assessment requests.
9. Maintain excellent customer service skills.
10. Assist Triage Counselors with calls and dispositions.
11. Provide telephone counseling as needed.
12. Keep accurate clinical records and documentation.
13. Coordinate with care management teams and provide consultation.
14. Assist community agencies with information and dispositions.
15. Educate community agencies on crisis services.
16. Support teammates as needed.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field with specialized crisis intervention training.
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License.
• Licensed or license-eligible (e.g., LMSW, LPC, LMFT) with intent to obtain provisional license within 1-2 years.
• Comfortable responding to community crisis calls.
• Acceptable criminal background investigation.
• Personal automobile insurance.
• Cell phone.

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plan, mental health apps, gym discounts, pet insurance, and more.

Mental Health Cooperative values inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team representing various backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected statuses.