Crisis Connections

<p>Job Type</p>
<p>Full-time</p>
<p>Description</p>
<p><strong>Crisis Services Clinician for Dispatch &nbsp;(RCL)</strong></p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Seattle, WA - In-Person</p>
<p><strong>Shift -</strong> Full-Time Swing Shift - 4 PM to 12 AM Pacific Time</p>
<p><strong>Pay:</strong> $37.24/hour</p>
<p><strong>Union-represented (OPEIU)</strong></p>
<h3>Be there when it matters—<em>and practice at the top of your license.</em></h3>
<h3></h3>
<p>At <strong>Crisis Connections</strong>, crisis clinicians don’t read scripts or carry caseloads. They provide real-time clinical decision-making, guide life-saving interventions, and serve as trusted clinical leaders supporting the front-line staff who answer the call.</p>
<p>As a <strong>Crisis Services Clinician</strong>, you’ll combine direct crisis assessment with clinical leadership—supporting callers in their most critical moments while mentoring and consulting with crisis phone staff and volunteers. This is high-acuity work done collaboratively, with structure, backup, and mission-driven purpose.</p>
<p>If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want crisis work that is <strong>clinically meaningful and sustainable</strong>, this role offers impact, stability, and strong team support.</p>
<h3><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Provide clinical assessment, suicide risk evaluation, and crisis intervention via telephone</li>
<li>Serve as the <strong>clinical lead on shift</strong>, offering real-time consultation, coaching, and support to crisis phone staff and volunteers</li>
<li>Coordinate crisis response, including hospital diversion, triage, and one-call coordination with first responders</li>
<li>Authorize inpatient services using clinical judgment and least-restrictive care principles</li>
<li>Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to high clinical and ethical standards</li>
<li>Collaborate with community partners, hospitals, mobile crisis teams, and public mental health agencies</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>This Role Is a Great Fit If You</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Enjoy rapid assessment, clinical consultation, and decision-making in high-acuity situations</li>
<li>Prefer <strong>shift-based work without an ongoing caseload</strong></li>
<li>Value collaborative practice and structured clinical leadership</li>
<li>Want meaningful crisis work <strong>without field response or productivity quotas</strong></li>
</ul>
<h3></h3>
<p>Requirements</p>
<p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Master’s degree in a social science or related field</li>
<li>Eligible for, pursuing, or have an <strong>Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC)</strong> licensure or higher <em>(Licensure costs reimbursed; support provided)</em></li>
<li>At least <strong>2 years of supervised clinical experience</strong> working with individuals experiencing serious mental illness</li>
<li>Strong clinical judgment, calm decision-making, and comfort in high-pressure situations</li>
<li>Prior leadership, supervision, or consultation experience strongly preferred</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Why Join Crisis Connections</strong></h3>
<ul>
<li>Mission-driven work with immediate, life-changing impact</li>
<li>Supportive, collaborative clinical team with ongoing training and consultation</li>
<li><strong>Union-represented role</strong> with predictable wage progression and job protections</li>
<li>Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, and retirement options</li>
<li>Annual wage increases and opportunities for growth</li>
<li>Flexible scheduling, free parking, and transit benefits</li>
<li>A workplace that actively values <strong>diversity, equity, inclusion, and lived experience</strong></li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Our Commitment</strong></h3>
<p>Crisis Connections is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage candidates from BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disability communities to apply. Diverse perspectives strengthen our organization and the care we provide.</p>
<h3><strong>Ready to make a difference?</strong></h3>
<p>If you’re a skilled, compassionate clinician ready to lead in moments that matter most, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help ensure no one faces crisis alone.</p>


Crisis Services Clinician, Dispatch (CSC)

Crisis Services Clinician, Dispatch (CSC)

This job is no longer available

Talents

Recruiters

About