Crisis Counselor - PRN

Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation and personal days

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Troy/Maryville/St. Jacob/Marine Chamber of Commerce is seeking a PRN Crisis Counselor to join their Mobile Crisis Response Team. This role involves responding to mental health crises for adults and children within St. Clair County, providing timely assessments and consultations. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication skills, and a relevant degree.

This position requires evening, weekend, and holiday availability, ensuring support for those in crisis. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Previous mobile crisis response experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond within 60 minutes to behavioral health crises.
• Complete screenings, assessments, and necessary clinical documentation.
• Provide consultations the next business day for follow-up services.

Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Skill in providing diagnostic, preventive, and/or therapeutic services

Education

Bachelor’s in counseling, psychology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

PRN Crisis Counselor works collaboratively as part of the Mobile Crisis Response Team, responding to mental health crises in adults and children within St. Clair County during evening, weekend, and holiday hours. Ensure complete crisis assessments are made for all ages using evidence-based tools to determine the appropriate level of care and support needed. Conduct consultations the following business day to ensure proper follow-up services are provided by full-time staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure you/your team respond within 60 minutes to the location of a behavioral health crisis to screen an individual’s needs and assist the individual in receiving the appropriate level of care.
• Communicate effectively within a team environment to meet the needs of those experiencing behavioral health crises
• Provide complete consultations the next business day to ensure that appropriate follow-up services are provided.
• Complete screenings, assessments, and other necessary clinical documentation.
• Maintain compliance with COA and other regulatory agency requirements.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed timely and accurately.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Skill in providing diagnostic, preventive, and/or therapeutic services to individuals.
• Must possess the knowledge, personal qualities, and practice skills to work effectively with professionals in other organizations and from other disciplines and to provide services in a manner that reflects understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s in counseling and guidance, rehabilitation counseling, social work, or psychology is required, Masters degree is preferred.
• The ability and willingness to actively participate in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Previous mobile crisis response experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain proof of automobile insurance.

CARE & TCI

Hoyleton has adopted the CARE (Children and Residential Experience), developed by Cornell University, to guide our culture and practice. CARE is grounded in six core principles: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Ecologically Oriented, Competence Centered, and Trauma Informed.

Completion of CARE and TCI training is an internal requirement for all staff and must be completed upon hire. Ongoing application of these principles is expected and essential to successful job performance.

TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention)

Employees must:

• Pass the written test annually
• Pass the physical test every six months (if applicable to their role)

Consistent participation and application of both CARE and TCI principles drive company culture and are essential to job performance.

BENEFITS

• Medical insurance with company funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
• 10 company holidays and 1 floating holiday
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• 6 weeks paid parental leave
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Optional supplemental benefits including: voluntary life, short-term disability, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their household members for additional support
• Tuition reimbursement to encourage continued learning and growth
• BenefitHub Perks Program offering valuable employee discounts