Do Work That Matters. In a Culture That Means It. Be part of a team that values connection, accountability, and real impact. Why Access? Because how we work matters just as much as what we do. At Access, our Culture Playbook isn't a poster on the wall - it's how we show up for each other and for the people we support. You'll be part of a team that is: Clear about expectations Supportive and accountable Focused on outcomes that matter to people. And committed to helping people live the healthiest and fullest lives possible - while making sure out staff can do the same.

Location:

Nanuet, NY Rate of Pay:

28.00

Per Diem Hours Available:

7a-7p Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; Tuesday 4 hours Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated Mobile Response Team (MRT) Practitioner to join our crisis stabilization services. In this critical role, you will work alongside a Licensed Clinician to respond to emergency, urgent, and routine behavioral health calls. Your primary focus will be assessing individuals in crisis, delivering evidence-based interventions, and building strong follow-up diversion plans to help individuals avoid unnecessary emergency room visits or hospitalizations. This position does not require a professional license but offers an incredible opportunity to provide vital backup duties to licensed staff and gain hands-on clinical triage experience.

Primary Responsibilities Crisis Response:

Respond to all MRT dispatch calls in the field alongside the base clinician.

Triage & Assessment:

Utilize evidence-based trainings and screening tools to assess routine, urgent, and emergency calls.

Clinician Backup:

Act as an authorized backup to the Base Clinician, executing clinical responses under their direction.

Diversion Planning:

Develop exceptional, individualized follow-up plans focused on community-based stabilization and diverting ER or hospital admissions.

Linkage & Referrals:

Collaborate with external healthcare and community providers to connect individuals to ongoing behavioral health services.

Follow-Up Care:

Provide face-to-face follow-up visits with individuals who previously required MRT intervention to ensure stability and continuity of support.

Qualifications & Attributes Certification:

Hold a Peer Certification or possess a strong willingness to obtain one upon hire.

Skills:

Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Capabilities:

Excellent communication skills with the proven ability to multitask in high-stress, fast-paced environments.

Adaptability:

Flexibility to handle evolving functional and organizational tasks as assigned.

Education & Experience Degree:

Bachelor's Degree required in Psychology, Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Creative Arts Therapy.

Experience:

1 to 3 years of experience in a human services related field, and/or relevant lived experience. What We Offer Opportunities for professional growth and training in evidence-based crisis intervention. A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment. Deeply meaningful work directly impacting community mental health. An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and Veterans