Field-Based Jail Diversion & Crisis Specialist

Bbtrails; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is seeking a Crisis Services Specialist to provide crisis assessment and jail diversion within an 8-county area, including Williamson County Jail in Georgetown, TX.

The role requires knowledge of crisis services, psychotherapeutic medications, intensive case management, and dual-diagnosis treatment, with Wednesday–Sunday, non-exempt, field-based duties and on-call hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and maintain approved driver’s status throughout employment.
• If degree is not in a human services field, a minimum of 24 college credits in a human services field are required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Two (2) years previous crisis/intake experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis assessment and jail diversion services within an 8-county area.
• Follow Article 16.22 directives and coordinate with jail personnel and County Courts including the County and District Attorneys.
• Identify candidates for diversion or treatment within the jail system and coordinate outpatient plans.
• Work independently and on a team with flexible field-based hours.
• Handle on-call evenings and weekends as required.

Skills

Bilingual

Crisis/intervention experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services field

24 college credits in a human services field

Job description

Bluebonnet Trails Community Services is seeking a Crisis Services Specialist to provide crisis assessment and jail diversion within an 8-county area, including Williamson County Jail in Georgetown, TX.

The role requires knowledge of crisis services, psychotherapeutic medications, intensive case management, and dual-diagnosis treatment, with Wednesday–Sunday, non-exempt, field-based duties and on-call hours.