Clinician Emergency Screener - Lake City

About the role

Provide 24/7 emergency mental health assessments for adults and children in crisis at the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU). Conduct intakes for voluntary and Baker Act clients, determine level of care, and help coordinate timely stabilization and follow-up services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct phone and in-person crisis assessments
• Coordinate care and connect clients to appropriate services
• Collaborate with community partners
• Document services accurately and timely

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field
• 1+ year of mental health experience
• Valid Florida driver’s license (meeting requirements)
• Qualified supervision to obtain state licensure (LMFT, LCSW, LMHC) provided by Meridian
• Must be at least 21 years of age with a current Florida Driver's License, clean driving record, no more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents in the past 3 years, and no major violations in the past 5 years

Pay

$25.49 per hour base pay. Eligible for a $3,000–$5,000 bonus after 30 days of employment for select outpatient programs.

Benefits

• Clinical supervision toward licensure
• Loan repayment eligibility (including Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program – 60% of qualifying educational loan balance)
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance options (medical, dental, vision, life, long‑term disability)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match (up to 8% after 7 years)
• Tuition support and reimbursement
• Wellness perks: Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, mental health resources
• Growth opportunities: career advancement pathways, eligibility for public service loan forgiveness
• Additional perks: cell‑phone plan discounts, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, etc.