Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System·Winnebago, Nebraska
Provide on-site, in-person mental health crisis intervention and assessments for individuals of all ages. Coordinate referrals to medical and community resources while assisting in diverting target populations from the criminal justice system.
Job Purpose & Position Overview The purpose of this position is to provide on-site, in-person intervention for individuals of all ages (adults and children) experiencing a mental health crisis.
Intervention includes conducting mental health assessments to determine level of care needed for individual, making referrals for individual and/or family to appropriate medical, mental health, and/or community resources and transporting as appropriate to higher level of care.
Assist in diverting target populations from the criminal justice system back into treatment services.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities: Demonstrate the Public Health Department's core mission, vision and values Within parameters of safety protocol, have face-to-face contact with individuals in mental health crisis within the Winnebago service area.
Collect medical and mental health histories for individuals in mental health crisis.
Conduct initial crisis assessment screenings to determine risk and triage for appropriate level of care for individuals in mental health crisis.
Develop action and safety plans for individuals in mental health crisis to reduce crisis and maintain stabilization.
Coordinate and refer individuals in mental health crisis to other medical, mental health, and community resources, as appropriate.
Collect demographic data on each mobile crisis response.
Ability to effectively utilize office equipment to scan, fax, copy, and upload confidential information to electronic health record system.
Ability to maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary environment by adhering to health and safety policies and guidelines.
Maintain individual charts on each client following policies and regulations established by the agency.
Record timely, up-to-date progress notes for each contact with clients utilizing electronic health record system.
Participate in a paid weekend on-call rotation with other teammates.
Participate in an interdisciplinary approach to client care, complete internal program referrals, and demonstrate a high degree of team-based treatment.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and preferred experience in behavioral or mental health services. Must be able to pass a physical exam and complete 30 hours of specialized crisis training within the first year.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Nebraska are often competitive because employers typically seek candidates with a master’s degree, an active, unrestricted LIMHP license, and experience using EHR systems such as Athena RMS. This category can draw steady demand from clinics, hospitals, and community providers, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and highlight post-master’s behavioral health experience in your resume.
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