What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Crisis Intervention Specialist position at Live Well Homecare?
Role:
Crisis Response Specialist
Responsibilities:
- Provide community-based behavioral health crisis services across West Texas.
- Conduct rapid assessments, de-escalation, and stabilization for individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, or IDD-related crises.
- Develop risk and safety plans, and deliver brief counseling and support.
- Coordinate with law enforcement, hospitals, and community partners to ensure safe, appropriate care.
- Connect clients and families to ongoing services, document interventions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in crisis intervention, behavioral health, or related fields.
- Strong assessment, de-escalation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and community partners.
- Client-focused approach with a commitment to providing supportive, recovery-oriented care.