WEEKEND NIGHTS Crisis Assessor

Mental Health Resource Center; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Mental Health Resource Center in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Evaluator for weekend evenings, focused on conducting mental health screenings for emergency cases. The position requires either a Bachelor's or Master's degree in psychology or a related field, along with a year of experience working with the chronically mentally ill.

This role involves assessing individuals in crisis, coordinating with hospitals and insurance providers, and requires strong communication skills and independent decision-making. Background screening is required.

Qualifications

• One year experience working with the chronically mentally ill population.
• Ability to recognize emergencies and respond appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct emergency mental health screenings on individuals entering the facility.
• Evaluate crisis calls and/or walk‑ins for service needs.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate patient transfers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to make sound independent decisions

Crisis intervention skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or counseling

Job description

Company Overview

Mental Health Resource Center is a not-for-profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental health and behavioral health care services to the community such as 24‑hour emergency services, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling.

Job Summary

The Emergency Services Department serves the child, adolescent, and adult populations. This is an ideal opportunity for an employee who enjoys working in a team atmosphere and is dedicated to providing quality behavioral health care.

The Evaluator assesses individuals in psychiatric crisis who may need inpatient treatment by conducting mental health screening evaluations. Determines and implements appropriate dispositions and provides appropriate referrals to community resources. Assures the accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of clinical records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct emergency mental health screenings on individuals who enter the facility either voluntarily or through the Baker Act.
• Using Baker Act criteria and DSM‑V standards evaluate and assess any crisis telephone calls and/or walk‑ins to determine the need for services. Conduct emergency evaluations and/or arranges/refers for services as indicated.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Coordinate patient transfers to community hospitals.
• Coordinate with insurance companies to obtain pre‑certifications and authorizations for treatment and services.
• Complete required documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have either a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field and one year experience working with the chronically mentally ill population.
• The Evaluator needs to be able to make sound decisions independently on a daily basis, including but not limited to recognizing emergencies and life‑threatening situations and responding appropriately.
• Strong communication skills are essential and this individual must be able to interact appropriately with internal and external customers, including families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff, and other department professionals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, Outlook, and use of the Internet required.

Position Details

This is a weekend evenings position, every other Saturday and Sunday, 12:00am to 8:30am.

Renaissance Behavioral Health Systems and Mental Health Resource Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Background screening and clearance through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for all positions: https://info.flclearinghouse.com