WEEKEND EVENINGS Crisis Assessor

Company Overview

Mental Health Resource Center is a not‑for‑profit Florida corporation that provides a wide range of mental health and behavioral health care services to the community such as 24‑hour emergency services, inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults as well as outpatient services such as medication management, case management, and counseling.

Job Summary

The Emergency Services Department serves the child, adolescent, and adult populations. This is an ideal opportunity for an employee who enjoys working in a team atmosphere and is dedicated to providing quality behavioral health care. The Evaluator assesses individuals in psychiatric crisis who may need inpatient treatment by conducting mental health screening evaluations, determines and implements appropriate dispositions, and provides appropriate referrals to community resources. The role assures the accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of clinical records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct emergency mental health screenings on individuals who enter the facility either voluntarily or through the Baker Act.
• Using Baker Act criteria and DSM‑V standards, evaluate and assess any crisis telephone calls and/or walk‑ins to determine the need for services.
• Conduct emergency evaluations and/or arrange or refer for services as indicated.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Coordinate patient transfers to community hospitals.
• Coordinate with insurance companies to obtain pre‑certifications and authorizations for treatment and services.
• Complete required documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field.
• At least one year of experience working with the chronically mentally ill population.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions daily, including recognizing emergencies and life‑threatening situations and responding appropriately.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with internal and external customers, families, caregivers, community service providers, supervisory staff, and other department professionals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, Outlook, and Internet use.

Schedule

Weekend evenings position, every other Saturday and Sunday, 4:00 pm to 12:30 am.

Additional Information

Renaissance Behavioral Health Systems and Mental Health Resource Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. Background screening and clearance through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for all positions: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.