Evening Crisis Evaluator — Sign-On Bonus

Mhrcflorida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403b

PTO

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation delivering a range of mental health services including 24-hour crisis care, inpatient and outpatient programs. This role focuses on evaluating individuals in psychiatric crisis, determining dispositions, and referring to community resources while ensuring accurate documentation and confidentiality of records.

The Evaluator conducts mental health screenings, makes life-safety decisions, and coordinates with hospitals and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field required; one year experience with chronically mentally ill population.
• Ability to make sound decisions independently on a daily basis, including recognizing emergencies.
• Strong communication skills with internal/external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts emergency mental health screenings on individuals who enter the facility voluntarily or via the Baker Act.
• Using Baker Act criteria and DSM V standards, evaluate and assess crisis calls or walk-ins to determine service needs; conduct emergency evaluations and referrals.
• Provides Crisis Intervention.
• Coordinates patient transfers to community hospitals.
• Coordinates with insurance companies to obtain pre-certifications and authorizations for treatment.
• Completes required documentation and reporting.

Skills

Decision making

Communication

Independent judgment

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation delivering a range of mental health services including 24-hour crisis care, inpatient and outpatient programs. This role focuses on evaluating individuals in psychiatric crisis, determining dispositions, and referring to community resources while ensuring accurate documentation and confidentiality of records.

The Evaluator conducts mental health screenings, makes life-safety decisions, and coordinates with hospitals and