Job Description
About the position
Northwest Connections is hiring Mental Health Crisis Workers to provide 24/7 telephone crisis support for individuals experiencing mental health emergencies. This remote, full-time evening shift role focuses on crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, and behavioral health support in compliance with Wisconsin DHS 34 and Chapter 51.
- Responsibilities
- Respond to mental health crisis and suicide prevention hotline calls
- Conduct risk assessments and determine appropriate interventions
- Provide emotional support, crisis counseling, and referrals
- Document services in Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Work independently while collaborating with the crisis response team
- Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in mental health, behavioral health, or crisis services
- Bachelor’s degree in human services preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Strong skills in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and multitasking
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with computers and EHR systems
- Ability to remain calm in high-pressure, emergency situations
- Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor’s degree in human services preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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