Key ResponsibilitiesRespond to crisis hotline calls and behavioral health referralsConduct comprehensive mental health screenings and psychiatric assessmentsProvide crisis intervention, stabilization, and therapeutic support servicesAssess risk factors including safety concerns, psychiatric symptoms, and service needsComplete face-to-face crisis evaluations in community and emergency settingsCoordinate referrals and determine appropriate levels of behavioral healthcareCollaborate with hospitals, emergency departments, law enforcement agencies, treatment providers, and community partnersAssist with psychiatric stabilization and emergency intervention planningMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentationEnsure compliance with agency, state, and crisis screening regulationsRequired QualificationsOption 1Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related mental health fieldMinimum one (1) year of psychiatric, behavioral health, or mental health experienceOROption 2Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related mental health fieldMinimum three (3) years of mental health experienceAt least one (1) year of experience in a crisis, emergency services, acute-care, psychiatric, or behavioral health settingAdditional RequirementsNJDMHS Crisis Training Certification or ability to obtain certificationValid New Jersey driver's licenseAcceptable driving recordAbility to work overnight shiftsStrong assessment, crisis intervention, communication, and documentation skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience as a Crisis Clinician, Psychiatric Screener, Mobile Crisis Counselor, Behavioral Health Specialist, Emergency Services Clinician, or Mental Health AssessorExperience working in psychiatric emergency services, crisis stabilization, inpatient psychiatric care, or community crisis programsKnowledge of suicide risk assessment, de-escalation techniques, and crisis intervention methodologiesExperience collaborating with hospitals, law enforcement, and emergency response systemsBilingual English/SpanishMake an Impact Every DayIf you're a compassionate Certified Screener, Crisis Clinician, Behavioral Health Counselor, Social Worker, Mental Health Professional, or Emergency Services Provider looking for a rewarding opportunity to help individuals during some of the most critical moments of their lives, we'd love to hear from you. This opportunity is ideal for experienced Crisis Clinicians, Psychiatric Screeners, Behavioral Health Clinicians, Mental Health Counselors, Crisis Intervention Specialists, Emergency Services Clinicians, and Social Workers who are passionate about helping individuals in crisis access timely care and appropriate treatment services.