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Behavioral Health Therapist – Mobile Crisis

NorthKey Community Care·Covington, Kentucky

$75,000 - $75,000/yr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 21 days ago
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About the role

Respond to individuals in crisis within community settings to provide immediate de-escalation and safety planning. Conduct clinical assessments, diagnose mental health or substance use disorders, and coordinate follow-up care with community providers.

NorthKey Community Care is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist – Mobile Crisis. This position will be full-time on-site, Monday-Friday 11:00 AM-7:30 PM. Flexible as needed. You MUST be INDEPENDENTLY licensed in KY.

PERKS & PAY • Salary

  • $75,000 (Independently licensed)
  • Potential for up to 12% contingency bonus
  • Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Individual and family insurance coverage: Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
  • HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on the plan
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Professional Development
  • Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree or above in a clinical field of study related to behavioral health from an accredited institution.
  • Licensed independently in Kentucky
  • Relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, and expertise to meet the needs of clients through individual, family, and group therapy.
  • Ability to operate an Electronic Health Record and other technology as necessary.
  • This position requires travel and reliable transportation.
  • Job duties
  • Implement and maintain the Behavioral Healthcare program's philosophy, principles, and procedures in all facets of performance related to the assigned treatment program.
  • Provide services and conduct self in a manner consistent with the professional Code of Conduct of NorthKey Community Care.
  • Respond in person as part of a team to individuals in crisis in community-based settings, including homes, schools, hospitals and other locations.
  • Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to de-escalate crises and develop effective safety plans.
  • Assess and/or provide education to clients and their support systems regarding appropriate next steps for ongoing safety and treatment.
  • Complete clinical assessments to assess behavioral health symptoms, functionality, and current risk level.
  • Diagnose identified mental health and/or substance use disorders.
  • Recommend clinically appropriate level of care treatment recommendations based on behavioral health assessment and treatment plans and assist in obtaining necessary resources as indicated.
  • Collaborate with community providers, including law enforcement and hospital staff, to establish an appropriate community response to identified individuals.
  • Complete crisis evaluations, including involuntary evaluations (202As and/or Assisted Outpatient Treatment), school safety evaluations, Urgent Care assessments, or other crisis assessments.
  • Complete timely and accurate documentation regarding assessments and referrals.
  • Collaborate with other members of the treatment team to ensure appropriate follow-up care is provided to the client and/or support system.
  • Meet all documentation requirements as defined by NorthKey policies.
  • Ensure continuous reimbursable sessions for assigned clients.
  • Fully participate in staff development opportunities offered to enhance professional growth, especially to maintain license, certification, or identified program performance skills.
  • Utilize most appropriate evidence-based practice(s) to address clients' needs.
  • Develop treatment plans for clients based upon client’s own words regarding areas of needs, their diagnoses and symptoms, utilizing discipline-informed theories and interventions.
  • Participate in planned supervision and case consultation conferences as necessary.
  • Come prepared to meetings and keep the supervisor informed of completed tasks.
  • Assist in other crisis program functions as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
  • Adhere responsibly to all NorthKey policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to confidentiality in all matters about client information.
  • Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining accurate and punctual time reporting.
  • Attend internal meetings relating to responsibilities and duties.
  • Maintain a professional and business-like manner in dealing with all internal staff, Board members, state and governmental staff, sub-contractors, and vendors of NorthKey.
  • Represent NorthKey in a professionally appropriate manner.
  • NORTHKEY COMMUNITY CARE - COMPANY OVERVIEW Since 1966, NorthKey Community Care (NorthKey) has provided quality, evidence-based mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services to the Northern Kentucky region with the commitment to providing the right service, at the right time, and in the right place. With multiple convenient locations throughout the Northern Kentucky region (Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Pendleton, and Owen counties), NorthKey offers a wide array of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services unparalleled in the region. Join our team to help us fulfill our mission of Transforming Lives and Communities Through Excellence in Mental Health, Substance Use, and Developmental Disabilities Services!
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Requirements

Must hold a Master's degree or higher in a behavioral health clinical field and be independently licensed in Kentucky. Requires the ability to travel and operate Electronic Health Record technology.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • De-escalation
  • Safety Planning
  • Individual Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Mental Health Diagnosis

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Professional Development
  • 401(k) Employer Match
  • Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
  • HSA Employer Match
  • Contingency Bonus

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$75,000 - $75,000/yr
Location
Covington, Kentucky
Posted
Jul 7, 2026
Closes
Oct 5, 2026
Application
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NorthKey Community Care

NorthKey Community Care is transforming lives and communities through excellence in mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services. NorthKey Community Care has been providing quality mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services in the...

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IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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