Crisis Intervener - Mobile Crisis & 988 Suicide Crisis Team (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Crisis Intervener - Mobile Crisis & 988 Suicide Crisis Team to join our team remotely. As a Crisis Intervener, you will play a crucial role in providing support to individuals experiencing mental health crises through our 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline. This position is vital in delivering urgent, live, and trauma-informed support via phone and text 24/7.

What You'll Do

• Deliver crisis support services to individuals in mental health crises, as well as to community organizations and families.
• Conduct triage of callers and perform clinical assessments of clients' psychiatric and overall health status.
• Provide culturally sensitive and non-judgmental support, education, and problem-solving facilitation.
• Refer clients to appropriate services and resources as necessary.
• Engage in crisis prevention, intervention, and follow-up immediately after the crisis.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated crisis intervention services.
• Participate in program development, evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain effective communication with team members and external agencies, including the IWK, Halifax Regional Police, and EHS.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, or a related health discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience with a specific knowledge of mental health issues.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies and the ability to implement them effectively.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Training in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Suicide Intervention.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Competent computer skills for documentation and communication.
• Understanding of current social, health, and community trends impacting service provision.

Nice to Have

• Experience with community resources and government legislation related to mental health services.
• Knowledge of DSM-5 and ability to conduct brief psychiatric assessments.
• Familiarity with the Hospitals Act as it pertains to mental health.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $36.58 to $47.35.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance.
• Defined benefit pension plan for long-term employees.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Engagement in meaningful work that makes a difference in the community.

Join us as a Crisis Intervener - Mobile Crisis & 988 Suicide Crisis Team and help us provide vital support to those in need. Apply today!