Crisis stabilization services are a first-line alternative to hospitalization in state hospitals, providing psychiatric stabilization and detoxification for adults age 18 and over on a short-term basis. Highland Rivers has three crisis stabilization units (CSUs) that operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week as emergency receiving and evaluation facilities. The CSUs are available to residents of all 12 counties Highland Rivers serves.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Utilizes the multidisciplinary assessment to participate in the development of a comprehensive individualized service/recover plan.
• Thoroughly completes and submits appropriate reporting forms to UM when due.
• Completes all necessary documentation according to policy and procedure; ensures individuals meet eligibility criteria or refers to appropriate provider in the community.
• Assists communication during scheduled doctors’ visits and assists with patient medications.
• Responsible for keeping all charts in compliance to set standards.
• Link and serve as advocate with other agencies to garner needed resources for individuals.
• Provides assistance and support in crisis situations.
• Ensures individuals are seen per utilization guidelines and per the designated frequency as stated on the treatment plan.
• Actively participates in multidisciplinary treatment/recovery team meetings.
• Maintains therapeutic professional boundaries when working with individuals and families.