Location: Mental Health Emergency Center (MHEC) - Lufkin, TX
Position Number: 442
Compensation: $43,920 - $45,355 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

About the Role

The Crisis Discharge Specialist is a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team providing services to individuals receiving care in Burke's Extended Observation and Crisis Residential Units. This position works collaboratively with treatment team members to help stabilize clients in crisis, support successful discharge planning, and connect individuals with ongoing outpatient and community-based services.

The Crisis Discharge Specialist also provides rehabilitative services, safety monitoring, case management, and crisis support while helping clients develop the skills needed to prevent relapse and successfully transition back into the community. This position may also assist with emergency assessments and phone coverage as needed.

What You'll Do

• Provide rehabilitative services to clients in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in treatment planning and discharge planning with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Help clients develop coping skills to manage crises and reduce the risk of relapse.
• Coordinate linkage and engagement with outpatient and community-based services.
• Provide case management services to support continuity of care.
• Transport clients to Burke facilities or community programs when needed.
• Monitor client safety and provide ongoing support during treatment.
• Facilitate group and one-on-one skills training.
• Complete emergency assessments as needed.
• Assist with phone coverage and other MHEC responsibilities as assigned.

What You Need

Required

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, medicine, registered nurse, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistant, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education, early childhood intervention, or another Human Services discipline that meets Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) requirements, from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator.
• Ability to complete Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggressive Behavior (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, and Defensive Driving training modules.

Preferred

• Two (2) years of full-time direct care experience working with adults in a behavioral healthcare or mental health setting.

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional after-hours work may be required to assist with MHEC responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and drive for extended periods.
• Ability to see, hear, communicate effectively, and perform tasks requiring hand and finger dexterity.
• Ability to successfully complete the physical requirements necessary for SAMA, CPR, and First Aid training.

Why Burke?

Join a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families throughout East Texas. At Burke, you'll work alongside compassionate professionals in a collaborative environment where your contributions matter. We offer meaningful work, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to help individuals achieve recovery, independence, and improved quality of life.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, or disability unless such characteristics are bona fide occupational requirements.

Applicants must provide proof of identity and employment authorization as part of the hiring process. All final candidates are subject to background and driving record checks as part of Burke's pre-employment screening process.