What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Intervention Specialist position at Amergis?
Join Our Team as a Behavioral Health Tech in Crisis Stabilization!
At Amergis, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care to those in need. Crisis Stabilization Unit's create a beacon of hope for individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges. We are looking for dedicated Mental Wellness Advocates to join our dynamic team and help us continue our mission of healing and support throughout local communities.
Position Details :
Crisis Intervention Specialist / Behavioral Health Tech
Full Time : 5 - 8hr shifts = 40 hours per week
Shift rotations : 7a - 3p ~ 3p - 11p ~ 11p - 7a
Location : Pinellas Park / St. Petersburg, FL
Start Date : ASAP
What We're Looking For in Candidates :
Experience : 1 year of direct patient care at Crisis Stabilization Facility. Patient care with baker act, psychosis, schizophrenia, bi-polar. (experience required)
Empathy and Compassion : A genuine desire to help others and provide emotional support.
Strong Communication Skills : Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and team members.
Resilience : Capability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations.
Team Player : Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a supportive team environment.
Adaptability : Flexibility to handle the dynamic nature of crisis situations.
Professionalism : Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
What We Offer :
Competitive salary and benefits package (health, vision, dental, 401k).
Career growth and advancement opportunities
We specialize in connecting people to work that matters
A supportive and inclusive work environment.
The chance to make a real impact in the lives of those in crisis.
The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals with psychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders, following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners. The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical and emotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Provides personal care and behavioral assistance / interventions to assigned clients
Assists clients with grooming, eating / meal preparation, and toileting
Maintains rounding on assigned clients / patients to ensure safety as directed
Assists with ambulation and transfer services
Monitors vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
Provides behavioral support services
Provides crisis intervention
Encourages independence
Maintains patient safety
Implements behavioral plans
Documents care per policies and procedures
Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs
Performs other duties as assigned / necessary
Minimum Requirements :
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field, or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)
Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit / provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
- Please note that this pay range represents a good faith estimate of the compensation that will be offered for this position based on the circumstances. The actual pay offered to a successful candidate will take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to location, experience, and other variable factors.
- For more information, please email me.
Tyler Fabian
tyfabian@amergis.com
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits :
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
