Crisis Intervention Specialist- Overnight
Listed on 2026-07-02
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Crisis Counselor -
Social Work
Mental Health, Crisis Counselor
Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Crisis Intervention Specialist to join our team. This full-time overnight position will work throughout Madison, Greene, Calhoun, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery, and Bond Counties. This role is essential in supporting individuals during moments of emotional crisis, promoting recovery through trauma-informed care, and connecting people to vital community resources. Preference will be given to applicants who live within these counties.
Qualifications- Must have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ supervised mental health experience;
- Or a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field with less than 1,000 hours of supervised mental health experience.
- Valid driver’s license, private auto insurance, and insurability.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).
EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $21.00 - $22.00 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.
Responsibilities- Deliver crisis intervention services, including assessments, safety planning, and referrals.
- Complete documentation promptly—100% of assessments and safety plans at time of service; 80% of progress notes within 24 hours.
- Support individuals through court-ordered assessments, group services (e.g., anger management, parenting), and case management.
- Use recovery-oriented language and practices that emphasize hope, empowerment, and self-direction.
- Collaborate with hospitals, law enforcement, and natural support systems to maintain strong community relationships.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions.
- Provide after-hours crisis support as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold the organization’s standards for customer service excellence.
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