Mental Health Crisis Intervention Specialist

7 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Friend Health Full time

At Friend Health, we are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Crisis Intervention Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals with a Master's degree in social work or psychology and a strong understanding of the DSM V criteria for diagnosing Mental Health / Substance Abuse patients.

As a Mental Health Crisis Intervention Specialist, you will be responsible for providing crisis intervention services to assess and stabilize individuals in crisis. Your goal will be to provide immediate symptom reduction, stabilization, and restoration to a previous level of functioning.

This role requires a strong ability to articulate HRDI's mission and vision while assisting with recovery in accordance with each individual's goals and preferences. You will also need to establish a provisional DSM 5 diagnosis and work cooperatively with other members of the treatment team.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in psychiatric emergency room or crisis intervention and multi-disciplinary settings. They should also be proficient in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.

This position offers a competitive salary of $$65,000 per year, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in mental health.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance. Our team is committed to providing exceptional care and support to our clients, and we are looking for like-minded professionals to join us.



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