Crisis Response & Referral Specialist

Andrews Center; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews Center is seeking a qualified crisis specialist to operate within the Crisis Services Unit. The role focuses on face-to-face or teleservices crisis assessments, crisis intervention, and referral activities for individuals experiencing mental health crises.

You will collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and counseling staff to coordinate care and ensure seamless referrals to center and community services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human service field required.
• Experience in crisis services or mental health settings preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and counseling staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face or teleservices crisis assessments and referrals.
• Provide crisis intervention and symptom management.
• Perform commitment evaluations as needed.
• Coordinate referrals to Andrews Center services and community agencies.
• Support public relations with agencies referring clients for services.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Face-to-face communication

Referral coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Andrews Center is seeking a qualified crisis specialist to operate within the Crisis Services Unit. The role focuses on face-to-face or teleservices crisis assessments, crisis intervention, and referral activities for individuals experiencing mental health crises.

You will collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and counseling staff to coordinate care and ensure seamless referrals to center and community services.