Crisis Intervention Specialist: Compassion in Action

Cascade Community Healthcare; Centralia, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Meaningful work

Paid time off

Company benefits

Job summary

Cascade Community Healthcare is hiring for crisis intervention and case management roles in Lewis County, WA. You will provide on-site and phone support to individuals and families experiencing acute distress, coordinating with the crisis team and community resources.

The position requires driving, clear communication, and documentation in our computer systems. Competitive pay scales reflect education level and experience, with comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of one year of education or one year experience in mental health or related field.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle, including during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Face to face and phone crisis intervention, stabilization and resolution services for individuals or families in crisis.
• Provide services to individuals with acute symptoms of mental illness presenting risk of harm to self or others and refer appropriately.
• Maintain knowledge of Lewis County community resources to refer to resolving crisis.
• Communicate follow up actions needed with on-coming crisis team.
• Provide follow-up contact to individuals, families and agencies involved in crisis stabilization and resolution responses.
• Assist in facilitation of voluntary hospitalization and coordinate with DCR for involuntary placement as a collateral provider.
• Provide consultation, education and liaison with law enforcement, schools, health personnel and other agencies.

Education

One year education or experience in mental health or related field

Job description

Cascade Community Healthcare is hiring for crisis intervention and case management roles in Lewis County, WA. You will provide on-site and phone support to individuals and families experiencing acute distress, coordinating with the crisis team and community resources.

The position requires driving, clear communication, and documentation in our computer systems. Competitive pay scales reflect education level and experience, with comprehensive benefits available.