Mental Health Needs & Crisis Assessment Counselor

Highmark Health Company; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks a qualified professional to perform initial needs assessments and coordinate referrals for individuals facing mental health or substance use challenges. The role involves collaboration with the unit team and responding to emergencies while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3–5 years of crisis intervention experience, with a Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mental health, counseling, social work, psychology or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in assessment, crisis intervention, working with individuals with mental health problems, addiction or developmental disabilities.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides initial needs assessment and determines appropriate services.
• Facilitates referrals to mental health resources and community services.
• Assists with involuntary commitments and coordinates with police, physicians and other agencies.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance and patient information security as required.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Assessment

Referral coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mental Health / Counseling / Social Work / Psychology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks a qualified professional to perform initial needs assessments and coordinate referrals for individuals facing mental health or substance use challenges. The role involves collaboration with the unit team and responding to emergencies while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3–5 years of crisis intervention experience, with a Master’s degree preferred.