Crisis Intervention Specialist

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Friend Health Full time
Job Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

The Crisis Intervention Specialist is responsible for conducting emergency evaluations, providing stabilization, and connecting individuals in distress to appropriate resources. The primary objective is to facilitate immediate symptom alleviation, stabilization, and a return to the individual's prior level of functioning. This role embodies Friend Health's mission by supporting recovery in alignment with each person's unique goals and preferences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Evaluate for signs of socio-emotional distress.
  • Deliver crisis intervention services aimed at assessing and stabilizing individuals, focusing on immediate symptom relief and restoration of previous functional roles.
  • When suitable, offer brief mental health services or facilitate referrals, linkages, and consultations with other mental health providers.
  • Develop culturally sensitive, competent, and tailored crisis management, discharge, and linkage strategies.
  • Utilize the Level of Care Utilization System for Psychiatric and Addiction Services (LOCUS) to determine the appropriate service type and level.
  • Establish a provisional diagnosis according to DSM-5 criteria.
  • Collaborate effectively with the treatment team, including clinical supervisors, security staff, nurses, case managers, psychiatrists, and fellow crisis workers.
  • Foster positive and respectful relationships with local law enforcement, other service providers, entitlement agencies, healthcare vendors, and the broader community.
  • Ensure compliance with clinical documentation standards, timelines, and organizational policies, including adherence to required documentation and service note timeframes.
  • Participate in all mandatory clinical meetings and training sessions.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Master's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field.
  • Must hold a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) certification.
  • A minimum of three years of experience in a psychiatric emergency room or crisis intervention within a multidisciplinary environment is preferred.
  • Comprehensive understanding of DSM-5 criteria for diagnosing mental health and substance use disorders, along with knowledge of the Illinois Mental Health Code, Community Mental Health standards, Rule 132, and the Department of Mental Health.
  • Proficient in various computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.

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