988 Chat/Text Crisis Specialist, Special Populations 1st shift

at  Centerstone of Tennessee Inc

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.
Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Shift available: 2am-10:30am CST , Sat-Wed

EDUCATION LEVEL

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, Psychology, Social Work required, or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Six months to one year of related crisis experience is required.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This is a remote position on a 24/7/365 mental health crisis/suicide prevention focused team. Handles incoming chat/text messages through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL), also known as 988. Provides brief clinical screenings, risk assessments and appropriate service linkage for individuals who are experiencing emotional distress. While the interactions begin online, this position may also support telephonic intervention if an individual would prefer or need continued support to ensure safety.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Demonstrates high-level customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Demonstrate knowledge and competency in providing service linkage and referrals for programs, services, and other community resources.
• Knowledge of suicide assessments.
• Skill in providing crisis intervention.

EDUCATION LEVEL

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science, Psychology, Social Work, or related field required; or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Six months to one year of related crisis experience is preferred.

• Provides telephonic or chat clinical screenings and risk assessments.
• Answers crisis contacts via the chat/text platform to assess for suicide, safety and identify appropriate community resources to best meet individual needs.
• Conducts follow-up calls for individuals who are deemed moderate to high risk for suicide.
• Meets the ethical and clinical standards in compliance with all accreditation.
• Actively participates in ongoing supervision, training and team meetings.
• Assist in administrative tasks as needed