08/28/2025
Now hiring a Community Behavioral Health Specialist.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the direction of the EMS director, develop, implement and maintain our Mental Health Mobile Crisis Response Team (MHMCRT). As part of the MHMCRT this position responds to individuals in crisis and provides resources and support to those in need.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Responds to emergency calls alongside EMS personnel and other team members and provides immediate support and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing mental health crisis.
•Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals in crisis, assessing their mental health needs, risk factors, and safety concerns.
•Collaborate with the team to formulate appropriate intervention strategies. Identify and facilitate access to community resources, social services, and mental health resources that can aid individuals and families in crisis. Provide appropriate referrals to external agencies when necessary.
•Develop and implement crisis management plans in collaboration with the individual in crisis, their families, and other stakeholders involved in their care.
•Provide ongoing support during and after crisis to ensure the individuals’ safety and wellbeing. Maintain accurate and up to date records of all interactions, assessments, interventions, and referrals made.
•Prepares necessary documentation and forms in a timely manner adhering to all legal and ethical guidelines.
•Collaborate with EMS personnel, law enforcement agencies, hospitals, community mental health organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination care for individuals in crisis.
•Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and trainings as required.
•Participate in community outreach programs, educational initiatives, and awareness campaigns to promote mental health wellness, crisis prevention, and early intervention.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
Bachelor’s degree in social work or other related field. Experience in crisis response and assisting individuals in acute crisis preferred.
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE/LICENSE AND SKILLS
•Valid driver’s license
•Valid license to practice social work in the state of Kentucky
•Must be able to operate service vehicles in a safe, prudent, and responsible manner
•EMT license takes preference.
The above duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this position. This description of duties is not intended to be all inclusive or limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility.
