Centerstone
988 Chat/Text Crisis Specialist
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Job Description
- Req#: JR-029553
Employer Industry: Nonprofit Behavioral Health Services
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $26.80
- Flexible work hours with a Sunday-Thursday evening shift
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
- Supportive work culture that values employee voices and experiences
- Chance to make a significant impact in mental health crisis intervention
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide telephonic or chat clinical screenings and risk assessments for individuals in emotional distress
- Assess crisis contacts via chat/text platform for suicide risk and safety, linking to appropriate community resources
- Conduct follow-up calls for individuals deemed moderate to high risk for suicide
- Comply with ethical and clinical standards in accordance with accreditation requirements
- Participate in ongoing supervision, training, and team meetings, and assist with administrative tasks as needed
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required; or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
- Six months to one year of related crisis experience preferred
- Ability to work Sunday-Thursday from 6pm-2:30am CST
- Strong communication skills in written, verbal, and virtual formats
- Knowledge of suicide assessments and crisis intervention techniques
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in a mental health crisis intervention role
- Familiarity with community resources and service linkage
- High-level customer service skills and professional etiquette
- Training in trauma-informed care practices
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