Crisis Intervention Specialist

Peace River Center; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Peace River Center in Florida seeks a Crisis Outreach Counselor to provide mental health crisis services in Polk County, conducting assessments, interventions, and time-limited counseling, with follow-up to connect individuals to services and to facilitate Baker Act processes when needed.

You will support deputies, document thoroughly, and coordinate with community resources, while maintaining confidentiality and working across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a Human Services field from an accredited college or university required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in mental health or related field.
• Complete specific training as required in FS 65-E5 and approvals.
• Must have current driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to multiple PRC sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crisis assessments/interventions including co-existing disorders.
• Develop crisis action plans with individuals and connect to services as needed.
• Facilitate linkage to identified services and act as point of contact.
• Perform follow-up assessments/contacts and re-evaluate crisis plans.
• Maintain call logs and documentation for statistics and outcomes.
• Complete clinical documentation in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Assessment

Communication skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Master's Degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Peace River Center in Florida seeks a Crisis Outreach Counselor to provide mental health crisis services in Polk County, conducting assessments, interventions, and time-limited counseling, with follow-up to connect individuals to services and to facilitate Baker Act processes when needed.

You will support deputies, document thoroughly, and coordinate with community resources, while maintaining confidentiality and working across multiple sites.