Mental Health Counselor - Crisis & Triage Management

The role involves providing telephonic triage, crisis intervention, and ambulatory behavioral health services to members, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, case management, and psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups.

• Assessing member needs, coordinating admissions and discharges, managing crises, and supporting post-hospital follow-up. The position requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, participation in clinical meetings, and maintaining thorough documentation.

• Qualifications include a Master's degree in a related field, licensure as a Mental Health Counselor or Marriage and Family Therapist, and at least three years of post-degree clinical experience.

• Skills necessary encompass evidence-based treatment, diagnostic evaluation using DSM, crisis management, documentation, and strong interpersonal and decision-making abilities.

• Preferred experience includes risk assessment, crisis line services, and triage for appropriate care levels.

• Proficiency in documentation and credentialing is essential to ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.