Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) Crisis Support Professional

Bring Your Passion.

Appalachian Community Services is looking for a Full-time Crisis Support Professional to join our Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) team in Waynesville NC. In this role you will provide critical support observation and direct care to individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis. You will be part of a team offering rapid access to behavioral health care serving as an alternative to emergency departments for individuals in need of urgent intervention.

You will play a key role in assisting with crisis response implementing interventions under the direction of nurses and administrative staff and ensuring a safe and supportive environment that fosters wellness and recovery. If you are passionate about making a difference in behavioral health and crisis services this is the opportunity for you.

Looking for purpose-driven work in behavioral health Join the Appalachian Community Service (ACS) Behavioral Health Urgent Care (BHUC) team and support individuals in crisiswhen it matters most.

What Youll Do:

• Provide direct care and observation
• Support crisis intervention strategies
• Help individuals on their path to wellness and recovery

12-hour day shift available
Whether youre early in your career or bringing lived experience as a Peer Support Specialist we have a place for you.

Location: Waynesville NC

Compensation: $19.23

Minimum Requirements

• Associate Professional (AP): Bachelors degree in a human services field with at least one year of relevant experience.
• Paraprofessional: High school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of experience in behavioral health or a related field.
• Peer Support Specialist (PSS): Certification as a North Carolina Certified Peer Support Specialist (NCCPSS) with at least one year of experience in a behavioral health setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a behavioral health crisis setting.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Familiarity with mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Compensation: Hourly rate: $19.23

Build Your Purpose.

Position Description

As a Crisis Support Professional you will:

• Provide continuous observation and support to ensure client safety and well-being.
• Implement crisis response strategies as directed by nurses and administrative staff to assist with client stabilization.
• Facilitate referrals and discharge planning to ensure a seamless transition to outpatient care or other appropriate services.
• Utilize therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to promote recovery and crisis resolution.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of client interactions interventions and observations.
• Assist with daily living activities to ensure that client needs are met with dignity and respect.
• Contribute to a safe clean and organized environment that supports stabilization and recovery.
• Collaborate with nurses BHUC staff and external providers to enhance client care.

Grow with Us.

Come be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence innovation and discovery. As an organization we have exciting opportunities to be forward-thinking leaders in our field. We want talented individuals to join us examine our current operations and create innovative solutions that will revolutionize and enhance the way we approach our work.

Beyond the engaging work youll also benefit from ncgCAREs 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.

• 401k or Roth IRA Retirement Programs administered by Empower
• Financial planning and education services at no cost to you
• We are a proud member of the NHSC Rural Student Loan Repayment Program!
• Licensure Residency Program for Full-time Clinical Staff
• Advancement and Career Development Opportunities

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

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