What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crisis Counselor (FEMA Grant) - Position Ends April 30, 2026 position at Meridian Healthcare?
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Position Title: Crisis Counselor
Location: Baker, Bradford, Union, Dixie, Alachua, Levy and Gilchrist Counties.
Position Ends: April 30, 2026
Salary: $21.00 | Hr. | Non - Exempt
Why Choose Meridian?
For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.
We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.
About the Role
As the Crisis Counselor, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:
- Prepares and maintains activity records and ensures quality of documentation for grant reporting.
- Records every activity performed by the direct service team.
- Table Outreach and Recovery Specialist events.
- Provides feedback to Team Lead on presenting needs of the community.
- Assist in providing services outlined in the community Outreach and Recovery Plan of Action to help meet grant deliverables.
- Maintain contact with all staff/agencies providing services to monitor clients' progress and assess appropriateness of services.
- Serves as a resource to citizens and other community agencies.
- Attend community meetings as part of ongoing outreach and recovery efforts of the storm.
- Researches, develops, and maintains a comprehensive list of community resources that includes addresses, phone numbers, and names of contacts for each resource.
- Performs other duties as required to meet program and departmental goals and objectives.
What We're Looking For
- 2 years working directly with community members in a social service, outreach, or community engagement role.
- This may include experience in case management, community organizing, or working with local organizations.
- High school diploma or GED Equivalent.
- Bachelor's degree preferred but experience can be accepted. BA/BS from an accredited university with major course work in the areas of health related/psychology/social work areas with at least 1 year experience in Care Coordination, Outreach and Recovery Specialist or prevention services preferred.
***Must have a current Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record while meeting company insurance requirements of no more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents within the past 3 years and no major violations during the past 5 years.
What You'll Love About Working at Meridian
- Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
- Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
- Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
- Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
- Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.
Ready to Make an Impact?
Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.
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Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
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