Crisis Stabilization Therapist — Direct Care & On-Call

Region 8 Mental Health; Brandon (MS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Region 8 Mental Health is seeking a Mental Health Therapist for its Crisis Stabilization Unit to deliver direct clinical services in alignment with program requirements.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with clinical leadership. This position requires a Master’s degree in a related field and an active or eligible professional license, plus a Mississippi driver’s license and background clearance.

Qualifications

• Must hold a professional license (LPC, P-LPC, LMFT, LCSW or LMSW) or be eligible for a DMH credential relevant to the service.
• Master's Degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
• Must maintain a valid MS driver’s license and pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation to verify duties are completed per program requirements.
• Provides at least 5 hours/day of direct face-to-face services to consumers.
• Provides 24-hour on-call crisis intervention as scheduled.
• Completes intake evaluations and routes records appropriately.
• Develops and implements treatment plans and provides therapy per those plans.
• Participates in clinical and staff meetings and ongoing education.

Skills

Professional license

Education

Master's degree in Mental Health/Related Field

Job description

Region 8 Mental Health is seeking a Mental Health Therapist for its Crisis Stabilization Unit to deliver direct clinical services in alignment with program requirements.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, treatment planning, documentation, and collaboration with clinical leadership. This position requires a Master’s degree in a related field and an active or eligible professional license, plus a Mississippi driver’s license and background clearance.