What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Worker, Emergency Services position at ECHN?
Crisis Worker in Emergency Services
The Crisis Worker in Emergency Services provides direct clinical services to patients experiencing behavioral health emergencies in a community hospital setting.
This role includes crisis triage, assessment, intervention, case management, and community collaboration, ensuring compliance with patient care standards.
The ideal applicant holds a Master's degree in a relevant field and has the necessary licensure and competencies to function effectively in a fast-paced emergency department environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides age-appropriate assessment and treatment to a diverse population with multiple needs.
- Crisis triage and assessment, individual and family intervention, case management, community collaboration, patient/family education, insurance verification, and treatment planning.
- Flexible coverage to another service within Behavioral Health on a short-term basis.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree and licensure in a Behavioral Health field (LCSW, APRN, or PhD).
- Certification in CPI de-escalation techniques within 6 months of hire and maintenance of active certification.
- Strong clinical skills, team orientation, verbal and written communication, computer competency, and knowledge of psychiatric and risk assessment.
- Flexibility in approach to meet service-specific and overall system needs.
What We Offer:
- Generous vacation time based on budgeted hours.
- Sick time accrual.
- 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Voluntary Benefit Options.
- Tuition Reimbursement after 3 months of employment.
- Free parking at all work sites.
- Perk Spots (Discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers).
