Crisis Counselor Jobs in NYC

Are you looking for a Crisis Counselor position in the NYC area? Atlantic Group is always looking for qualified talent who can support hospitals and patients. We have the expertise, determination, and understanding to help you find your next Crisis Counselor position in New York City.

What are a Crisis Counselor’s job responsibilities?

The Crisis Counselor is responsible for a range of tasks including:

• Offer evidence-informed data and referral, brief supportive counseling, crisis intervention and suicide prevention provision to callers and/or chat/text visitors who are in emotional distress.
• Conduct assessments in accordance to program policies & procedures.
• Make use of resource referral database to deliver information and referral assistance to callers looking for mental health and substance abuse services.
• Manage interactions to guarantee suitable level of support is provided in efficient manner.
• Follow policies & procedures for each service offered by program.
• Accurately and efficiently document client interactions.
• Meet or surpass established key performance indicator goals.
• Utilize telephone, SMS texting, and/or web chat to interact with clients.

What is the average compensation for a Crisis Counselor in NYC?

A Crisis Counselor in New York can expect to be compensated between $23 and $25 an hour depending on experience and the hospital of employment.

What qualifications do you need to be a Crisis Counselor?

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field required, and valid NYS license to practice.
• Experience working in Healthcare Contact Center and/or in Mental Health Counseling strongly preferred.
• Must be comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a collegial group environment. Copy of NYS license to practice, and current registration required by date of hire.
• National Provider Identification number required by date of hire; instructions for securing NPI number will be provided.
• Valid NYS License and Registration.
• Fluency in the English language both oral and written.
• Fluency in the Spanish language and/or Cantonese & Mandarin languages (oral required, written optional) preferred.
• Courteous, empathic and professional manner.
• Motivational interviewing.
• Active listening skills to establish working alliance with callers and/or chat/text visitors.
• Efficiency with balancing pace and flow of conversation and call time.

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