Crisis Intervention Specialist

HCRS (Health Care & Rehabilitation Services of Southeastern Vermont)

Springfield (VT)

On-site

USD 59,752 - 64,703

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

4 weeks of paid time off

12 sick days

9 holidays per year

Wellness incentives

Snow tire subsidy

Job summary

A leading mental health agency is looking for a Crisis Intervention Specialist to assist individuals in mental health crises. This entry-level, full-time role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a sign-on bonus and generous paid time off. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and strong communication skills, contributing to community health and wellness.

Qualifications

Experience in mental health and/or substance use contexts.
Ability to complete mental status exams and suicide assessments.
Collaborative skills with internal and external providers.

Responsibilities

Provide risk assessment and brief supportive counseling.
Make appropriate referrals for individuals and families in crisis.
Support clients with empathy and calm demeanor.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Empathy

Risk Assessment

Counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

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The pay for this position is $59,752.78 - $64,703.70 annually.

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Starting with 4 weeks of paid time off (pro-rated), plus 12 sick days and 9 holidays per year!

Do you want to be the person that others turn to during a mental health crisis? If you excel in supporting others with compassion, empathy, and a calm demeanor, this is the career path for you! As a Crisis Intervention Specialist, you will provide risk assessment, brief supportive counseling, referral to resources, and other supports to individuals and families experiencing a mental health crisis.

HCRS is a team of committed providers and business leaders passionate about transforming lives in our community. We strive for excellence and have achieved significant improvements in clinical outcomes for over 4,000 clients served.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field; Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience working with people of all ages in mental health and/or substance use contexts.
The ability to complete mental status exams and suicide assessments, and make appropriate referrals.
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external providers.

Located near Lebanon and Hanover, NH, enjoy great communities, work/life balance, low traffic, shopping, and a lower cost of living than larger cities.

Join a team making a difference every day and a company named one of Vermont's Best Places to Work for five consecutive years. Offering competitive pay, sign-on bonus, excellent benefits including wellness incentives, snow tire subsidy, and more! Consider making this your lifetime career.

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