Appalachian Community Services·Waynesville, North Carolina
Provide immediate crisis assessments and support to individuals of all ages experiencing mental health or substance use challenges in the community. Collaborate with EMS and other community providers to ensure safe access to care and follow-up services.
Appalachian Community Services (ACS) is seeking a full-time Qualified Professional-Mobile Crisis Counselor to support ACS in various functions that span across all locations, disabilities, and service locations. These functions include access to care and emergency services. As a Mobile Crisis Professional, you will be responsible for providing the full range of functions to meet the access and emergency needs of consumers. Position Highlights: Provide crisis assessments to individuals to in Western North Carolina Collaborate with EMS as needed to respond to community crisis calls Serve consumers of all ages and disabilities, requiring cross-disability diagnostic and assessment skills Work with individuals experiencing severe and persistent mental illness and/or substance use disorders Support high-risk, complex cases with elevated levels of need Deliver Mobile Crisis Management services, which are direct, periodic, and available 24/7 This description outlines the general scope and level of work for this role. It is not intended to include every duty or responsibility that may be required of employees in this position. Compensation Competitive hourly pay aligned with your role, experience, and contribution, with opportunities for growth over time.
Requires a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field. Must have at least one year of experience in crisis management within settings such as emergency departments or 24/7 response services.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in North Carolina often look for licensed or credentialed clinicians, and this role requires registration with the North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Certification board. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer a bachelor’s degree and want candidates who can work within treatment, documentation, and care coordination expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm your credential status before applying.
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