988 Crisis Services Clinician – Graveyard Shift

Crisis Connections

. Provide direct clinical oversight and support to Crisis Specialists and Crisis Intervention Specialists during scheduled overnight shifts .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $37 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced clinical decision-making and crisis intervention skills, with a strong emphasis on suicide risk assessment and real-time consultation. Holds relevant mental health credentials and experience in providing oversight and support in a multidisciplinary team environment.

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Crisis Intervention ExperienceMental Health Professional (MHP) StatusActive Washington State Credential or LicenseAdvanced Risk AssessmentSuicide Prevention Certification

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Hard Skills

Crisis InterventionSuicide Risk AssessmentClinical Decision-MakingDocumentation in Electronic Health RecordCoaching and Consultation

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal SkillsStrong Written SkillsEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record SystemsMultiple Software Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Mental Health Professional (MHP) StatusSuicide Prevention Certification

Industry Keywords

Crisis Intervention SpecialistsMobile Crisis TeamsPublic Mental Health Systems988 Program StandardsTrauma-Informed Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct clinical oversight and support to Crisis Specialists and Crisis Intervention Specialists during scheduled overnight shifts
Support staff with suicide risk assessment, de-escalation, and crisis intervention
Ensure appropriate linkage to Mobile Crisis Teams, Designated Crisis Responders, Next Day Appointments, and other community resources
Provide real-time coaching, consultation, and feedback to staff
Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record
Ensure compliance with all 988 program standards, policies, and procedures
Promote a professional, respectful, and supportive virtual team environment
Oversee 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline contacts via phone, chat, and text
Provide advanced risk assessment, clinical decision-making, and real-time consultation
Supervise a multidisciplinary overnight team of clinical and paraprofessional staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field
Mental Health Professional (MHP) status as defined by Washington State
Active Washington State credential or license, including LICSW or LSWAIC, LMHC or LMHCA, LMFT or LMFTA, Psychologist or Psychiatrist, or Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC)
Minimum of two years of crisis intervention experience
Strong verbal, written, and typing skills
Ability to work effectively in a remote, fast-paced overnight environment
Call center, hotline, or telephone assessment experience preferred
Experience within public mental health systems, especially King County, preferred
Additional training or certification in suicide prevention or trauma-informed care preferred
Candidates must reside in Washington, Arizona, Ohio, or Texas
Ability to work Friday through Tuesday, 12:00 AM–8:00 AM
Ability to manage prolonged sitting or standing, wear a headset, manage multiple software platforms, and handle conversations involving suicide and acute mental health crises

Benefits

Comp & perks

$4.00 per hour GY shift differential
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, including 100% employer-paid options for certain plans
Generous Paid Time Off
12 paid holidays
Annual wage increases
403(b) retirement plan
Self-care tools
Weekly check-ins with your supervisor
Comprehensive training, supervision, and ongoing support
OPEIU union representation