Evening Crisis Triage Specialist – Behavioral Health

Frontier Behavioral Health; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing Bonus!

No-cost licensure supervision for lic.

Federal and State Loan Forgiveness

License/Certification reimbursement

Free Employee Assistance Program

Staff Discounts

Job summary

Frontier Behavioral Health in Spokane Valley is seeking a Crisis Triage Specialist for our Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Team (MRRCT). This on-site role provides telephone triage, risk assessments, and rapid dispatch during behavioral health crises for youth, adults, and families.

You will collaborate with clients, families, and community partners to develop immediate stabilization and safety plans, document assessments, and connect callers with appropriate resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field.
• Must apply for WA Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential within 30 days of hire.
• Two years of experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Experience with crisis intervention is beneficial.
• Knowledge of WAC/RCW and best practices for MRRCT and Designated Crisis Responders.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephone triage services to individuals in crisis and refer to appropriate resources.
• Complete risk assessments for suicide/homicide and coordinate with law enforcement or responders as needed.
• Develop initial stabilization and safety plans in collaboration with clients and their support systems.
• Document assessments and safety plans thoroughly and timely.
• Collaborate with community partners and internal teams to address client needs and ensure follow-up.

Skills

Engagement & customer service

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Knowledge of WAC/RCW

Problem solving

Community resources knowledge

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field

Job description

Frontier Behavioral Health in Spokane Valley is seeking a Crisis Triage Specialist for our Mobile Rapid Response Crisis Team (MRRCT). This on-site role provides telephone triage, risk assessments, and rapid dispatch during behavioral health crises for youth, adults, and families.

You will collaborate with clients, families, and community partners to develop immediate stabilization and safety plans, document assessments, and connect callers with appropriate resources.