Crisis Intervention Specialist I - Mobile Mental Health

Pacific Clinics; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401K employer match up to 4%

Paid time off and benefits from day 1

Job summary

Pacific Clinics is seeking a Crisis Intervention Specialist to join the TRUST Mobile Mental Health Evaluation Team in California. You will respond to psychiatric emergencies, de-escalate crises, assess risk, and coordinate with law enforcement when needed.

This on-call role requires rapid, compassionate intervention in high-stress settings. Responsibilities include crisis hotline support, information gathering, documentation per MediCal rules, and connecting clients with community resources.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with at least 1 year of relevant experience.
• Pass initial PATS and be certified in crisis intervention within the first 30 days and annually.
• Speak, read, and/or write another language may be required by some programs/areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis stabilization and de-escalation for adults or youth in crisis.
• Support crisis hotline and information gathering for immediate needs.
• Assist in involuntary psychiatric holds under applicable laws.
• Engage family members and natural supports with education on de-escalation and safety.
• Assist transport to facilities and ensure client safety enroute.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Conflict resolution

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Pacific Clinics is seeking a Crisis Intervention Specialist to join the TRUST Mobile Mental Health Evaluation Team in California. You will respond to psychiatric emergencies, de-escalate crises, assess risk, and coordinate with law enforcement when needed.

This on-call role requires rapid, compassionate intervention in high-stress settings. Responsibilities include crisis hotline support, information gathering, documentation per MediCal rules, and connecting clients with community resources.