PRIMARY CARE HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

Crisis Clinician (As Needed)

Lead with compassion and expertise — join us as a Crisis Clinician and guide care for individuals in crisis when it matters most. Schedule: PRN/as needed: days and overnight availability needed.

As a Crisis Clinician (Internal Title: Triage Clinician Lead) at our Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC), you'll be the primary point of assessment for individuals experiencing behavioral health or substance use crises. In this role, you'll not only provide comprehensive clinical evaluations, but also guide the flow of services, oversee non-clinical team members, and collaborate with community partners to ensure every person receives timely, person-centered care.

Values collaboration across disciplines, agencies, and community partners

Serve as the lead assessor for individuals presenting at the BHCC

Provide comprehensive assessments, intake documentation, and individualized discharge planning

Oversee and support non-clinical staff during assigned shifts

Collaborate with internal teams, law enforcement, EMS, and community partners to coordinate services

Offer virtual support to other BHCC or Youth Behavioral Health Urgent Care sites as needed

Bachelor's degree in a human services field required. Master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of two years of experience working in Crisis Services if a bachelor's degree is the highest level of education obtained or Must be a Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) as defined in 9 CSR 10-7.140 (2) (RR)

If a licensed therapist, must have one of the following: PLPC, LMSW, PLMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT If a QAP, must have one of the following: Communicate with clarity and empathy across diverse groups, from patients to community partners

Believe in building bridges between care providers, law enforcement, and other agencies to best serve individuals in crisis

About Compass Health Network

Compass Health Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality care throughout Missouri. We provide a comprehensive range of integrated services, including behavioral health, substance use treatment, primary care, and dental care. As both a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC), Compass Health is uniquely positioned to meet the complex and evolving needs of the communities we serve. Our network includes

Royal Oaks Hospital and Adapt of Missouri, allowing us to expand our impact and reach across the state. Adapt of Missouri, a subsidiary of Compass Health Network, has been serving the St. While Adapt operates as a for-profit organization, it shares our commitment to providing high-quality, person-centered mental health services. Adapt specializes in community-based support for adults with mental health conditions, focusing on recovery-oriented services such as psychosocial rehabilitation and case management that foster independence and meaningful community engagement.

Royal Oaks Hospital serves all acute behavioral health care inpatient needs for children and adolescents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our multi-disciplinary team continually strives to set the standards in patient safety and are committed to providing the highest quality of care. Royal Oaks Hospital believes in the health and wellbeing of our patients and it shows in the care they receive each and every day.

Whether you're joining Compass Health Network or Adapt of Missouri, you'll become part of a dedicated, mission-driven team committed to transforming lives through compassionate, innovative care. Personal and professional development

Tuition reimbursement & scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous paid time off and holidays

National Health Service Corp loan repayment eligibility*

*While Compass Health Network is eligible for the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program, positions with Adapt of Missouri are not eligible due to its for-profit status.

Equal Opportunity Statement Compass Health Network is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.

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