Crisis Specialist CCBHC

Centerstone; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a Crisis Response Specialist to provide face-to-face, phone, and telehealth crisis intervention services. You will assess risk, develop safety plans, and link clients to community resources under supervision, while representing Centerstone professionally with external entities.

Responsibilities include documenting interactions, coordinating with emergency services when needed, and supporting team operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field.
• Equivalent work experience may substitute for education.
• Entry level position; on-the-job training provided.
• Customer service or support roles in behavioral health are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate crisis intervention face-to-face, by phone, or via telehealth.
• Assist clients in developing safety plans and identifying resources.
• Conduct basic risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, or harm to others.
• Coordinate with emergency services for high-risk situations.
• Document client interactions and assessments per policies.
• Support ongoing team operations and scheduling follow-ups.
• Understand the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) model.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Written/verbal communication

Documentation in systems

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Centerstone programs

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives.

A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.

Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible for providing face to face, phone, and telehealth crisis response and assessment services to those individuals who are experiencing any mental health crisis. Provides support and linkage to other area resources with follow up services to individuals in crisis and their families under the supervision of a senior team member or lead. Represents Centerstone in a professional manner when interacting with external entities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide immediate, face-to-face or virtual crisis intervention services to clients in distress with on-site supervision.
• Assist clients in developing safety plans and identifying personal and community resources.
• Conduct basic risk assessments for suicide, self-harm, or harm to others under supervision.
• Work closely with team members to address client needs and ensure continuity of care.
• Coordinate with emergency services, as needed, for high-risk situations.
• Accurately document client interactions, assessments, and interventions in compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in regular training sessions to enhance crisis management and intervention skills.
• Provide clients with information on available community resources and assist in facilitating referrals.
• Support team operations by assisting with administrative tasks, such as scheduling follow-ups or maintaining resource guides.
• Understands how the job functions within the overall Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHC) model.
• Performs all required job duties and responsibilities in accordance to CCBHC Standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in the utilization of Centerstone programs and other community resources.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Level Associate degree in a relevant field.
• Equivalent work experience may substituted for education.
• Years of Experience entry level position; on-the-job training provided.
• Customer service or support roles in behavioral health are a plus.

Certification/Licensure

N/A

Time Type: Full time Pay Range: $19.20--$26.90

Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Delivering care that changes people’s lives starts with our employees.

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do.

Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital.

Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs.

Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities.

Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.