RN - Field-Based Crisis Intervention

WCS Healthcare is partnering with a Social Service Organization who is seeking compassionate, experienced Registered Nurses to join its Crisis Intervention Team. In this dynamic, field-based role, you will provide critical medical and mental health support to individuals experiencing homelessness across New York City, responding to crises where care is needed most.


Compensation : $50 - $55


Job ID : 44461


Job Function:

• Conduct medical, mental health, and safety assessments for individuals experiencing homelessness across NYC
• Provide direct, hands-on medical care in both field and office-based settings
• Identify individuals in crisis requiring immediate medical or psychiatric intervention
• Assess risk of harm to self or others and initiate emergency interventions in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law Section 9.58
• Partner with DHS Crisis Coordinators, outreach teams, and community partners to build trust and encourage engagement with services and shelter
• Coordinate with hospitals, law enforcement, and transport teams to ensure safe transfers and continuity of care
• Collaborate with hospital clinical teams, including C.P.E.P., to support treatment planning and follow-up care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with program and regulatory requirements
• Maintain authorization to operate as part of a mobile crisis outreach team (DOHMH approval required)

Job Requirements:

• Active New York State RN License (Primary Source Verified)
• AHA BLS Certification
• Minimum 2 years of mental or behavioral health experience
  • Experience with vulnerable or homeless populations strongly preferred
• Strong crisis assessment, intervention, and de-escalation skills
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate in high-pressure environments
• Willingness and ability to travel across all NYC boroughs

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


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