Crisis Co-Responder Therapist (1921)

Bring Your Passion.

The Crisis Co-Responder Therapist partners with law enforcement to respond to behavioral health crises in the community. This role focuses on de-escalating crises, conducting on-scene clinical assessments, and connecting individuals to appropriate community-based services and supports. The therapist may respond in real time with law enforcement or arrive after the scene has been secured, depending on the situation.

This position is part of a specialized team aimed at reducing emergency department visits, arrests, and repeat law enforcement calls by offering immediate clinical intervention and short-term follow-up care.

Build Your Purpose.

Position Highlights: 

• Respond to behavioral health crisis calls alongside law enforcement, providing on-site clinical support and de-escalation once the scene is safe.

• Conduct comprehensive crisis assessments, addressing suicide risk, substance use, psychosis, and social determinants of health (SDOH).

• Coordinate care and service linkage, ensuring individuals are connected to appropriate behavioral health treatment, housing, and follow-up resources.

The above statements describe the general nature of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. 

Location: Hayesville, NC

Compensation: $75,000

Education: 

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field (e.g., Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy), required.

Licensure: 

• Minimum of an Associate licensed in North Carolina (e.g., LCSW-A, LCMHC-A, LMFTA, or equivalent), required

Experience:

• At least two years of experience in behavioral health, required.
• Experience working in crisis response, community-based services, or with law enforcement partnerships is a plus. 

Grow With Us.

Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from ncgCARE's competitive benefits package to support you and your loved ones, provide work/life balance, and invest in your future. The list below is for informational purposes only.

• Consumer-driven health plan coverage provided by Anthem

• Wellness: When you enroll in a medical plan, you get complete care support on your time through Sydney app (Anthem), with exclusive access to 24/7 access to licensed doctors, therapists, and psychiatrists.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flex Spending Account (FSA)

• Two dental plan options available through Delta Dental, so you can choose the level of coverage that fits your needs and budget.

• Affordable vision plan available through EyeMed to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp.

• An optional Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account to reimburse yourself on a pre-tax basis for child care.

• Generous paid time off

• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower

• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you

• Voluntary supplemental benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability)

• Educational Assistance (your position, date of hire and years of service determine your eligibility)

• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

Join a team dedicated to providing responsive, effective, and compassionate care to our communities. Together, we can make a difference—starting with you.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ncgCARE and its affiliated partners are committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals as needed. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at hrteam@ncgcare.com.

ncgCARE participates in the E-Verify program. Therefore, any employment with ncgCARE will also be contingent upon confirmation from the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) of your authorization to work in the United States.
ncgCARE offers excellent compensation packages including a salary commensurate with experience and benefits to meet your needs for today and the future.

ncgCARE and all partner affiliates maintain a drug-free workplace.

Salary : $75,000