If you’re passionate about helping individuals in acute behavioral health situations, a role as a Crisis Clinician at Marion County Health & Human Services (MCHHS) could be the perfect fit. It’s a unique opportunity to provide frontline crisis support while working in a modern, mission-driven environment.
What Is a Crisis Clinician?
A Crisis Clinician is a trained professional who provides immediate assessment, intervention, and support for individuals experiencing mental health or behavioral health crises. At MCHHS, Crisis Clinicians work as part of a multidisciplinary behavioral health team, collaborating with counselors, case managers, and community partners to ensure individuals receive timely, effective care.
This role involves person-centered, trauma-informed care, helping clients stabilize, connect with resources, and develop safety plans when facing behavioral health emergencies.
What Makes This Role Unique?
Crisis Clinicians operate at the frontlines of community care. The work is dynamic, fast-paced, and deeply impactful. You’ll engage with clients both in the office at the newly renovated Behavioral Health Crisis Center and in the community through partnerships with:
- Local hospitals and emergency rooms
- Juvenile detention centers
- Mobile Crisis and Community Response Teams
This role offers the rare opportunity to combine clinical expertise with community-based crisis intervention, helping individuals during some of their most vulnerable moments.
Who Can Become a Crisis Clinician?
To succeed as a Crisis Clinician at MCHHS, candidates should have:
- Professional training in behavioral health, counseling, or a related field
- Experience in crisis intervention, mental health assessment, or community-based care
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team
MCHHS supports ongoing training and professional development, ensuring clinicians have the tools and guidance they need to excel.
Why Work at MCHHS?
Crisis Clinicians at MCHHS enjoy:
- A modern, state-of-the-art facility designed for staff and client wellness
- A supportive, team-oriented work culture
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
- The chance to make a direct, meaningful impact on the community
Working at MCHHS means being part of a mission-driven team where your work truly matters. You’ll contribute to improving the behavioral health system in Marion County while building strong professional relationships and enhancing your skills in crisis intervention.
Click here to learn more and apply to become a Crisis Clinician.
