Crisis Care Specialist - St. Illa Crisis Stabilization Unit

Waycross, GA, USA

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Hourly Rate: $18

Job Description: Performs a lead role in providing de-escalation techniques and support to clients on the Crisis Stabilization Unit. Will provide continuous observation, monitoring and engagement with clients. Engagement to include individual and group activities. Understand role of all staff on the unit and when to ask for assistance from nursing and other staff. Greets clients on admission, provides preliminary admission screenings/procedures with clients to include urine drug screens, consent forms, clothing search, inventory, Personal Safety Interview, orientation to units, etc.

Applicants must be able to utilize proper restraint methods and protect staff and clients in crisis situations (execute CPI Interventions).

Job Responsibilities: Will work 7AM – 3:30PM, Monday through Friday; alternating weekends and holidays.

Competencies: Ability to monitor and communicate client’s behavior. Ability to engage with clients in a positive, therapeutic manner. Ability to lead in a crisis situation. Ability to perform established treatment and programmatic activities.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years of behavioral health and security experience. Of the two (2) years of experience a minimum of one (1) year should be in security, police work, military, or similar role. Experience in a crisis environment preferred with knowledge of security principles and procedures. Must be proficient with computers.

At least 21 years old with valid Georgia driver's license. Preference for experience with or knowledge of trauma informed, resilience-oriented care.