What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Mobile Crisis Responder position at Grant County?
PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Youth Mobile Crisis Mental Health Professional (Y-MHP) provides mobile, community-based crisis response and stabilization services for youth experiencing behavioral health emergencies. Working under general supervision, the Y-MHP conducts risk assessments, delivers brief clinical interventions, and coordinates crisis care to reduce immediate safety concerns and promote stabilization. The position participates on a multidisciplinary crisis team and may perform duties aligned with Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) functions, consistent with agency needs and applicable WAC/RCW requirements.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Y-MHP is distinguished from other crisis response roles by its exclusive focus on youth and adolescents, often responding in school, home, or youth-serving environments. Unlike adult crisis positions, the Y-MHP regularly engages parents, caregivers, and youth-serving systems to determine risk, stabilize crises, and coordinate short-term interventions. The role requires knowledge of developmental needs, family-system dynamics, and youth-specific crisis presentations. The Y-MHP functions as part of a multidisciplinary mobile crisis team and may carry DCR-related responsibilities, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
- Provides prompt responses to calls and requests and applies sound, discretionary judgment in the provision of crisis and emergency services as well as providing disposition to referral sources to support individual and community safety.
- Provides telephone screening, face-to-face crisis intervention and follow-up services to enrolled and non-enrolled individuals in various service locations including jails, hospitals, individual's homes, and youth facilities, to identify immediate needs and stabilize individuals in crisis.
- Completes shift hand-off communication and relays relevant information to the next crisis worker to maintain continuity of services.
- Responds to crisis calls, walk-ins, and Protocol alerts; reviews daily reports to determine follow-up needs and initiate timely referrals, promoting uninterrupted crisis coverage.
- Coordinates with community partners, including medical providers, law enforcement, DCFS, schools, MCOs, Juvenile, DSHS, and county agencies, to maintain collaborative relationships that facilitate access to needed services.
- Provides inpatient hospital liaison services, including coordination, discharge planning, and post-hospital follow-ups, promoting successful transitions back into the community.
- Ensures all services honor individual rights and align with cultural, linguistic, and family-specific needs to promote equitable, person-centered care.
- Delivers crisis planning services in collaboration with individuals, natural supports, and community partners to reduce risk and support stabilization.
- Participates in team meetings, consultations, and case discussions to promote coordinated service delivery.
- Participates in team meetings, consultations, and case discussions to promote coordinated service delivery.
- Meets competency standards for service coding, billing requirements, and direct service documentation to support accurate and compliant billing practices.
- Maintains accurate and timely records, ensuring documentation meets Washington Administrative Code (WAC), Revised Code of Washington (RCW), contractual, and agency standards, to support compliance and continuity of care.
- Participates in required trainings and agency or community meetings, staying current with procedures, standards, and best practices, to maintain competency in crisis response.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required:
- Master’s degree in social or behavioral sciences or a closely related field.
- Meets the definition of a Mental Health Professional as outlined in current WACs and RCWs.
- Two years of related experience providing direct treatment to individuals and families with emotional or behavioral disorders.
- Experience conducting clinical assessments, including risk, suicide, crisis, and diagnostic evaluations.
- Experience responding to aggressive or escalated behaviors using least-restrictive interventions.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.
Preferred;
- Experience in crisis response or emergency behavioral health services.
- Experience working with individuals experiencing substance use disorders or co-occurring conditions.
- Experience using electronic or clinical documentation systems.
- Experience providing treatment to children, adults, couples and families
- Bilingual in Spanish.
Professional Licenses/Certifications:
- Washington State Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor Credential. Must maintain an active credential with the State of Washington.
Other Requirements:
- Valid WA State Driver’s License and must maintain insurability under the County’s vehicle insurance policy, including providing an acceptable driving abstract.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed in a variety of settings, including office environments, law enforcement vehicles, jails, community locations, individuals’ homes, and other field sites.
- May encounter individuals experiencing emotional distress, hostility, or aggressive behavior.
- May be exposed to variable conditions and working environments, especially when responding in the field.
- May experience interruptions, urgent requests, or moderate noise levels in shared workspaces.
- Duties require frequent travel throughout the county, including driving in varied road and weather conditions and transporting clients when appropriate.
- Work hours may vary and can include evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional on-call assignments depending on operational needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sit, stand, walk, and move between locations in community and field settings throughout the workday.
- Operate office equipment, including a computer, phone, and copier.
- May be required to lift, carry, or move items up to 25 pounds.
- Frequent need for rapid mobility when responding to crisis situations in community locations.
- Work may involve limited exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues when responding in the field; universal precautions are required.
Salary : $83,179 - $97,885