Crisis Therapist Jobs

A Crisis Therapist provides immediate mental health support to individuals in times of extreme psychological distress, such as during a mental health crisis, personal trauma, or following a catastrophic event. This professional is skilled in recognizing symptoms of severe stress or mental illness, and is trained to intervene effectively to alleviate immediate suffering and prevent future harm. They work in a variety of settings such as mental health clinics, hospitals, police departments, and social service agencies. The Crisis Therapist's role is to evaluate the crisis situation, provide immediate counseling, and link individuals with long-term resources and support.

Important skills for a Crisis Therapist include excellent communication, empathy, resilience, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They should be able to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations. Pertaining to certifications, it is essential for the therapist to have a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field. Also, they must be licensed in their state to practice therapy, and some employers may require additional certifications in Crisis Intervention. Before becoming a Crisis Therapist, a person may have roles such as a Mental Health Counselor, Family Therapist, or Social Worker, which would provide exposure to crisis situations and the opportunity to develop the necessary skills.

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Clinical Therapist - Macomb County

  • Mount Clemens, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Mount Clemens, MI
  • 10 days ago

Education Preferred Master of Social Work or better Licenses & Certifications Required Lim Lic Prof Counselor Lic Professional Conslr Lic Master Social Worker Lim Lic Master Social Wkr Skills Preferred...

Licensed Clinical Therapist

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • moments ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • moments ago

health services Experience providing direct psychotherapy services to individuals and families Experience working with computers for professional communication and medical documentation - Excel, Outlook...

Crisis Support Specialist

  • Shawnee, OK
  • moments ago
  • Shawnee, OK
  • moments ago

Health Services does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital/familial status, sexual orientation, or disability....

Licensed Clinical Therapist (LISW-CP/LPC/LMFT) - Remote/In-Office Hybrid

  • Little River, SC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Little River, SC
  • 1 hour ago

But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us....

Licensed Clinical Therapist (LICSW, LPCC, LMFT). Job in River Falls Gr8Jobs

  • River Falls, WI
  • 9 hours ago
  • River Falls, WI
  • 9 hours ago

But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health. Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us....

Senior Care Clinical Therapist

  • Huntington Park, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Huntington Park, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Masters in social work required. A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines....

Clinical Therapist (LSW/LPC) - Contingent

  • Toledo, OH
  • 13 hours ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 13 hours ago

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intervention/de-escalation and safety/treatment planning Background in providing services to young adults, adolescents, at-risk populations, and/or experience working in community mental health, crisis...

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Clinical Therapist

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Perform initial screening, intake and assessment, crisis intervention. Provide individual, group, mental health and/or substance abuse therapy....

Crisis Intervention Specialist II

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for linking to community resources. May search, locate, and engage individuals' or youth's natural supports....

Crisis Intervention Specialist - Supported Housing - Cortelyou

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Crisis Intervention Specialist - Supported Housing - Cortelyou Department:Supportive Housing Location:Brooklyn - Flatbush, NY Position: Crisis Intervention Specialist Location: Cortelyou Rd Supportive...

Clinical Therapist Ii (crisis) - Part Time

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans. 4....

Crisis Intervention Therapist

  • Pasco, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasco, WA
  • 2 days ago

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Evening, Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday, 12:00pm-10:00pm Position Summary The Crisis Therapist plays a key role on the Behavioral Health team at MultiCare, providing crisis intervention...

Crisis Intervention Specialist (GY/After-hours)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Title: Crisis Intervention Specialist (GY shift) Type: Full-Time & Part-time Openings After-hours/Graveyard shifts....

Licensed Clinical Therapist (May underfi

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

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Crisis Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Crisis Leadership
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Crisis Resource Management
Learn the skills critical for effective teamwork in a crisis situation with focus on preparation, decision-making, and reflection across multidisciplinary teams. Research suggests that lack of...
Healthcare and Crisis Preparation
Discover the role the crisis response team plays in disaster management in this course from the Stanford Center for Health Education. This course will teach you about the importance of...

Salary for Crisis Therapist Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSocialServices research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Crisis Therapists offer the following education background
Master's Degree
69.5%
Bachelor's Degree
20.0%
Doctorate Degree
6.1%
Associate's Degree
2.1%
High School or GED
1.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.0%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Crisis Therapists
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.4%
4-6 years
17.3%
None
15.5%
Less than 1 year
13.3%
6-8 years
9.8%
8-10 years
1.5%



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