On-Call Crisis Evaluator — Flexible PRN Clinician

allhealth network logo; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401k plan

Paid Time Off

Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

AllHealth Network in Littleton, CO seeks a PRN Crisis Evaluator to provide on-call crisis assessments and clinical recommendations, connecting clients to the safest and least restrictive level of care. This role offers flexible, as-needed scheduling in a high-impact crisis setting.

Ideal candidates have LIC/LCSW credentials preferred, with 2+ years in behavioral health, and strong DSM-5-TR knowledge for diagnostic clarity and crisis planning.

Qualifications

• LMFT, LPC or LCSW licensure preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical behavioral health setting.
• Extensive knowledge of the DSM-V-TR and application of diagnostic criteria.
• Ability to conceptualize a case to develop an individualized crisis plan for each client.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical and behavioral assessments, medical screenings, and evaluations for clients experiencing crisis, and develop clinical recommendations based on the client’s presentation.
• Make clinically appropriate referrals to the safest, least restrictive environment, to include safety planning when indicated.
• Complete crisis interventions with approved documentation coding.
• Complete screening and assessments for voluntary and mental health and substance use emergency holds; when necessary, initiate 27-65 mental health holds for clients requiring involuntary commitment.
• Obtain collateral information to ensure that crisis interventions consider the context of the client’s overall presentation.
• Navigate the treatment needs of the client and make referrals to internal and external resources as appropriate, to include outpatient and inpatient services as well as shelters and other community resources.
• Perform professional interpretation and analysis of clinical data and assessments to formulate treatment recommendations and diagnosis, while involving social and professional supports in all aspects of client care, as appropriate.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with client’s funding source regarding clinical recommendations and requests for authorization for levels of care requiring pre-authorization.
• Coordinate ongoing services with AllHealth Network and/or community agencies as appropriate.
• Review documentation for referrals to AHN higher level of care units and determine clinical appropriateness for admission.
• Work with the Crisis Response Team and other treatment teams to track bed availability and admissions.
• Meet Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) requirements for assessment domains within an intake assessment.
• Conduct follow-up calls for clients who successfully discharge from the Crisis Response Team per Signal requirements
• Conduct brief telephonic risk assessments, crisis counseling, and safety planning for clients who have been referred to the crisis response team
• Utilize approved behavioral management techniques to support client’s safety on the Acute Care Campus
• Provide after-hours clinical support to AHN higher level of care units as needed.

Skills

Crisis assessment

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

DSM-5 criteria

Risk assessment

Education

LMFT/LPC/LCSW licensure preferred

Job description

AllHealth Network in Littleton, CO seeks a PRN Crisis Evaluator to provide on-call crisis assessments and clinical recommendations, connecting clients to the safest and least restrictive level of care. This role offers flexible, as-needed scheduling in a high-impact crisis setting.

Ideal candidates have LIC/LCSW credentials preferred, with 2+ years in behavioral health, and strong DSM-5-TR knowledge for diagnostic clarity and crisis planning.