Field Crisis Response Specialist

COUNTY OF MENDOCINO; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Job summary

The County of Mendocino seeks a Crisis Intervention Specialist to provide field-based psychiatric crisis intervention and counseling across Mendocino County, including encampments and shelters. The role may require 24/7 on-call coverage and works with law enforcement and community partners.

Mandatory 5150/5585 certifications at time of application; bachelor's degree and four years in mental health, including field-based experience; valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus four years in a mental health setting, including field-based experience.
• Must hold 5150/5585 certifications at application time.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work across Mendocino County.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention in lieu of law enforcement when appropriate.
• Maintain on-call schedule to ensure 24/7 crisis response coverage.
• Operate police radio and communicate with dispatch during crises.
• Conduct assessments for voluntary/involuntary psychiatric holds.
• Coordinate discharge planning and referrals to treatment programs.
• Document notes per standards and regulations.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Interagency collaboration

Documentation

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years mental health experience

Tools

Driver’s license

Job description

The County of Mendocino seeks a Crisis Intervention Specialist to provide field-based psychiatric crisis intervention and counseling across Mendocino County, including encampments and shelters. The role may require 24/7 on-call coverage and works with law enforcement and community partners.

Mandatory 5150/5585 certifications at time of application; bachelor's degree and four years in mental health, including field-based experience; valid driver's license required.