Crisis Mental Health Evaluator

LifeStream Behavioral Center; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/ Vision

Pension Plan

403(b)

Paid Time Off

Flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Telehealth services

Loan forgiveness

Job summary

LifeStream Behavioral Center in Leesburg, FL is seeking an MA/MS Emergency Evaluator to provide timely assessments and intervention for individuals in behavioral health crises or detoxification needs. The role emphasizes collaborating with families and professionals and ensuring compassionate, evidence-based care.

You will conduct initial and face-to-face assessments, document outcomes, and connect clients with internal or external services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in emergency mental health evaluation or crisis intervention.
• Experience in behavioral health settings, preferably in emergency services.
• Familiarity with mental health assessment tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face assessments for individuals in crisis.
• Document contacts and evaluations per policy.
• Link clients to internal or external services as needed.
• Complete TEAM defensive training and verbal de-escalation.
• Perform initial and preliminary assessments for continuum of services.
• Collaborate with families and professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of patient evaluations and interventions.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Verbal de-escalation

Documentation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Psychology

Master's degree in Social Work

Counseling degree

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

LifeStream Behavioral Center in Leesburg, FL is seeking an MA/MS Emergency Evaluator to provide timely assessments and intervention for individuals in behavioral health crises or detoxification needs. The role emphasizes collaborating with families and professionals and ensuring compassionate, evidence-based care.

You will conduct initial and face-to-face assessments, document outcomes, and connect clients with internal or external services.