Youth Crisis Stabilization Counselor

Paylocity; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

AMHC is seeking nine Children’s Crisis Counselors to provide intensive, short‑term support to youth in acute behavioral health crises. Seven positions are full‑time and two are per diem, based in a Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU) to help clients regain stability and develop ongoing strategies.

Counselors may provide telephone crisis intervention, referrals, and family education, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, completing documentation, and participating in treatment planning

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; MHRT-1 provided on hire with 30‑day provisional period.
• First Aid, CPR, Mental Health Support Specialist, and MANDT Level I within one year of hire.
• CRMA certification required within 6 months from date of hire.
• Candidate must pass a background check and meet regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support referrals, admissions, continuing care, and discharges for youth in CCSU services.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments focusing on safety and crisis severity.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and follow treatment and discharge plans.
• Support families throughout the treatment process.
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services to youth in CCSU.
• Monitor and document mental status, daily living activities, and safety concerns.
• Participate in treatment planning, team meetings, and discharge planning.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Client assessment

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

MHRT-1 provisional

First Aid

CPR

Mental Health Support Specialist

MANDT Level I

CRMA certification within 6 months

Background check

Job description

AMHC is seeking nine Children’s Crisis Counselors to provide intensive, short‑term support to youth in acute behavioral health crises. Seven positions are full‑time and two are per diem, based in a Crisis Stabilization Unit (CCSU) to help clients regain stability and develop ongoing strategies.

Counselors may provide telephone crisis intervention, referrals, and family education, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, completing documentation, and participating in treatment planning