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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Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago

health or mental health care Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes Models proficiency through precepting those new to behavioral health and/or UCHealth Welcomes new...

Family/ Intake Therapist - Crisis Therapist

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • moments ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • moments ago

of this position will be providing short-term, crisis-oriented therapy at the Behavioral Health Assessment & Bridge Clinic....

Clinical Therapist Pre-Licensed (PT- 0.4 FTE, Day Shift)

  • Bozeman, MT
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  • Bozeman, MT
  • moments ago

Provide crisis intervention in situations requiring immediate psychological treatment....

Clinical Therapist

  • Greenville, SC
  • moments ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • moments ago

In Lieu Of NA Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses Medical Social Worker MSW OR Licensed Social Worker CP LISW-CP OR Licensed Social Worker LISW-AP OR Licensed Professional Counselor LPC...

Clinical Therapist III - Full Time

  • Wall, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Wall, NJ
  • moments ago

health disorders....

Clinical Therapist I (Crisis) - Per Diem

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
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  • Perth Amboy, NJ
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Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans. 5. Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings. 6....

Intern - Masters Level Clinical Therapist 6409

  • Anderson, IN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Anderson, IN
  • 2 hours ago

Text 6409 to ... to Quick Apply for this intern opportunity! Focusing on Whole-Person Healthcare Meridian Health Services is a progressive healthcare organization that believes in treating the...

Licensed Clinical Therapist

  • Aiea, HI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Aiea, HI
  • 3 hours ago

We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system....

Senior Clinical Therapist - Indio Childrens Outpatient

  • Indio, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Indio, CA
  • 4 hours ago

The certification list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill other future Senior Clinical Therapist vacancies within Behavioral Health that may occur....

Clinical Therapist

  • Umatilla, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Umatilla, FL
  • 5 hours ago

The clinician will conduct psychosocial and bio-psychosocial assessments....

Clinical Therapist - Pomona Youth Program

  • Pomona, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Prototypes' Outpatient Behavioral Health Center provide comprehensive mental health services for men, women and children....

On-Call Clinical Therapist I

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Provides consultation to staff regarding symptom management, co-occurring disorders, and crisis intervention strategies....

Clinical Therapist - Full Time

  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Palm Springs, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located...

Licensed Clinical Therapist

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago

We’re revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system....

Crisis Intervention Specialist (CIS) Field Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

oversees a team of crisis intervention specialists who provide services and support to individuals experiencing social welfare, mental, and/or behavioral health crises....

Crisis Therapist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Crisis Leadership
Crises are common, varied, and pose significant challenges to organisations and their leaders. A working knowledge of crisis management and leadership is essential for leaders to ensure their...
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...
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...

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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