Crisis Response Clinician

Job Description

Crisis Response Clinician 📍 Indianapolis, IN 🏥 Department: Crisis Services 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time **Great opportunity for license-eligible clinicians seeking hours toward independent licensure! Be the Calm in Someone’s Crisis When someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, one compassionate, skilled professional can change everything. At Adult & Child Health, our Crisis Response Clinicians provide immediate, life-changing support to individuals and families during their most vulnerable moments. In this role, you won’t just provide care—you’ll help stabilize, support, and connect people to the resources they need to move forward. If you’re passionate about crisis intervention, fast-paced environments, and meaningful work that truly matters, this is an opportunity to make a powerful impact every single day. Why Join Our Crisis Team? We understand the importance of supporting those who support others—especially in crisis work. Work-Life Balance & Time Off 29 Days of PTO (vacation + holidays) Structured full-time schedule Financial & Career Benefits HRSA Loan Repayment eligibility (if applicable) Competitive 401(k) with up to 5% employer match Mileage reimbursement for community-based work Comprehensive Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Company-paid life insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare & dependent care) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health & wellness programs Employee discounts (travel, entertainment, and more) What You’ll Do As a Crisis Response Clinician, you will respond to and support individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in real time. Crisis Assessment & Intervention Conduct comprehensive crisis assessments to determine immediate needs and level of risk Provide on-the-spot crisis intervention to ensure client safety and stabilization Support individuals and families through de-escalation and emotional support Treatment Planning & Support Develop and implement individualized treatment and safety plans Connect clients to appropriate ongoing services and community resources Provide guidance to families and support systems during crisis situations Collaboration & Care Coordination Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, community partners, and referral sources Coordinate care to ensure clients receive timely and appropriate follow-up services Documentation & Compliance Complete accurate, timely documentation of all assessments, interventions, and services Ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards What We’re Looking For Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Social Work Counseling Psychology Or a related behavioral health field Licensure (Preferred) LCSW, LMHC/LPC, LMFT, or equivalent Indiana licensure License-eligible candidates encouraged to apply (if applicable) Experience Experience in crisis intervention, emergency services, or behavioral health preferred What Makes You a Great Fit ✔ Ability to stay calm and focused in high-pressure situations ✔ Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills ✔ Excellent communication and de-escalation abilities ✔ Passion for helping individuals in crisis ✔ Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach to care Additional Requirements Must be 21 years of age or older Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Ability to meet background screening requirements Comfortable working in community-based settings Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds Make a Real Difference When It Matters Most At Adult & Child Health, our Crisis Response Clinicians are on the front lines of behavioral health—providing hope, stability, and connection when it’s needed most. If you're ready to use your skills in a fast-paced, purpose-driven role, we encourage you to apply today. Position Perks & Benefits: Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness Brightli is on a Mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Adult & Child Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace. About Brightli Brightli is on a mission: A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. We are doing this by forming a new behavioral health organization under new model. Under one parent company, multiple organizations are able to collaborate, share resources and system supports, increase recruiting and retention efforts, increase access to specialized care, and meet the growing demand for behavioral and addiction recovery care. Brightli’s top-line subsidiaries include Burrell Behavioral Health (Burrell), Preferred Family Healthcare (PFH), Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health (SEMO), Firefly, Adult and Child Health, and Places for People. While these organizations operate independently and are governed by separate board of directors, their operations and services benefit from this model. Alone, organizations may be able to navigate the current tumultuous healthcare environment, but we believe that together we can do so much more than survive. Our communities need us now more than ever, and by working together we are ready to answer their call for years to come. Brightli Snapshot 200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees