Mobile Crisis: Behavioral Health Counselor (First Responder)

DeCoach Rehabilitation Centre; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-sponsored life insurance

Paid time off

STAR-eligible facilities

Job summary

DeCoach Recovery in Dayton, OH, is seeking a licensed Behavioral Health Counselor to join our Mobile Crisis Team as a first responder. You will provide on-site crisis intervention, assessments, and short-term counseling to individuals in crisis, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to link clients to appropriate care.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safety planning, and collaboration with psychiatrists and social workers.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio LPC or LSW license in good standing
• Degree in counseling, social work, or a related field
• Active Ohio driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly with clients from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, seeking supervision and consultation when needed
• Strong organizational skills, including managing a caseload and meeting documentation deadlines
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and ethical in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment with changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Respond to community-based behavioral health crises, providing on-site crisis intervention, risk assessment, and stabilization
• Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualized safety and treatment plans using evidence-based, solution-focused practices
• Provide short-term individual counseling using a strengths-based, person-centered approach
• Coordinate referrals, linkage, and follow-up care with community partners and appropriate resources to ensure client safety and continuity of care
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, case managers, and other team members
• Participate actively in team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervision
• Deliver culturally competent, inclusive care to clients from diverse backgrounds and advocate for their needs
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment plans, in line with professional standards and agency policy
• Pursue ongoing professional development and stay current with best practices in behavioral health

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in counseling, social work, or related field

Job description

DeCoach Recovery in Dayton, OH, is seeking a licensed Behavioral Health Counselor to join our Mobile Crisis Team as a first responder. You will provide on-site crisis intervention, assessments, and short-term counseling to individuals in crisis, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to link clients to appropriate care.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safety planning, and collaboration with psychiatrists and social workers.