Mobile Crisis Intervention Specialist

Memorial Health; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 78,861,000 - 122,210,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Health in Illinois seeks a Mobile Crisis Response clinician to provide crisis intervention and stabilization for adults, children, and families in community or hospital settings. You will de-escalate crises, assess suicide/harm risk, coordinate care with outpatient resources, and facilitate inpatient admissions when needed.

You’ll document assessments in the EHR and collaborate with supervisors and other providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or closely related human service field.
• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or closely related human services field from an accredited university is preferred
• Valid IL driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background check and drug test
• CPR, First Aid, and Personal Safety certifications within 45 days from date of hire.
• CADC credential preferred, but not required
• Related mental health crisis experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct crisis intervention to individuals at the scene and via in-person or telehealth responses.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, EMS, and community providers for timely crisis intervention.
• Coordinate referrals to inpatient and outpatient levels of care for emergency psychiatric assessments.
• Complete required administrative and legal paperwork and document assessments in the EHR.
• Engage in ongoing supervision, mandatory education, and team meetings to maintain clinical excellence.
• Respond to follow-up requests and participate in on-call rotations as needed

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Cultural sensitivity

Computer skills

EHR documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Personal Safety certification

Job description

Memorial Health in Illinois seeks a Mobile Crisis Response clinician to provide crisis intervention and stabilization for adults, children, and families in community or hospital settings. You will de-escalate crises, assess suicide/harm risk, coordinate care with outpatient resources, and facilitate inpatient admissions when needed.

You’ll document assessments in the EHR and collaborate with supervisors and other providers.