Designated Crisis Responder

MultiCare; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare seeks a Designated Crisis Responder to join the crisis team in Lakewood, WA. You will respond to psychiatric crises in the community, assess needs, and coordinate care to prevent hospitalizations.

The role requires a relevant master's degree in behavioral health and WA credentials. You will collaborate with BHO and community partners and may testify in legal settings when needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• MSW/LMFT/LMHC or equivalent WA credentialing is required or preferred.
• Background in crisis intervention and community-based mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention in clients' homes or other settings.
• Develop and communicate treatment and safety plans.
• Coordinate with mobile outreach team and BHO.
• Build relationships with community resources to divert crises from inpatient care.
• Collaborate with State agencies and social services as needed.
• Provide testimony/advocacy to courts and agencies when required.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration

Testimony/advo­cacy in court

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Counseling

Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy

Master's degree in Psychology

Job description

**Join a team that shares your calling** At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. **FTE:** 1.0, **Shift:** 4 10 hour shifts, **Schedule:** Day time; Monday through Thursday/ This position does require a background check being passed with the Lakewood police department.This position also requires you to have a valid driver's license for Washington state.**Position Summary**The Designated Crisis Responder is a key role within the crisis team at MultiCare, responding to psychiatric crises in the community in the most effective, efficient, and safe manner possible. Performing interventions to reduce hospitalizations, supporting patients with mental support services and conducting evaluations and revocations, this role offers you the capacity to apply your expertise, advocacy and interpersonal skill sets in your daily work functions.**Responsibilities:*** Provides crisis intervention services to individuals in their own homes, residential placements or other environments* Develops and communicates treatment and safety plans that will assist individuals and their natural and professional supports in resolving psychiatric crises. Develops preliminary diagnosis as required* Provides coordinating function for the team, when assigned, acting as a liaison between the mobile outreach team and the Behavioral Health Organization (BHO)* You will develop relationships with community resources to effectively divert individuals in crisis from inpatient care* Collaborates and/or liaisons with other BHO services as well as State agencies and community social services* You will provide testimony and/or advocacy, with courts and other agencies as needed **Requirements:*** Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.* Must hold one of the following Washington State Mental Health Professional credentials as defined under HB 1724: Counselor Agency Affiliated Licensed, Marriage & Family Therap Assoc (LMFTA), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), SW Advanced Lic (LASW), SW Associate Advanced License (LSWAA), Mental Health Counselor Assoc (LMHCA), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC),SW Associate Advanced License (LSWAA), SW Advanced Lic (LASW) required* SW Assoc Independent Clinical Lic (LSWAIC), SW Independent Clinical Lic (LICSW) preferred* Valid Washington State driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required.* Must be approved, have clearance, and pass additional background checks from correctional facilities and jails that make referrals to crisis team and agree to annual background checks**About Greater Lakes Mental Health** Greater Lakes Mental Health is part of MultiCare’s Behavioral Health Network, serving more than 10,000 individuals across Pierce County each year. Providing mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults, children and families with Medicaid coverage, Greater Lakes operates six convenient locations, including a 16-bed inpatient facility for voluntary and involuntary care. With experienced teams and robust training, caregivers help deliver recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care. **Why MultiCare?** **Rooted in the local community** Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. **Growth and education** Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. **Well-being and support** Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. **Living our values** Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. **Belonging for all** Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. **Pacific Northwest lifestyle** Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. **Pay and Benefit Expectations**We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $42.64 - $61.37 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.