**Description** Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Provides crisis intervention, psychosocial / mental health / substance abuse assessments to individuals (and families as indicated) presenting to Emergency Department or inpatients at UNC Health Nash. Responsibilities: + Establishes collaborative practice with ED nursing personnel, physicians, and other community healthcare professionals regarding the assessment and disposition of psychiatric patients. + Facilitates the involuntary commitment process as directed by the MD. + Assists with assuring patient safety of behavioral health patients as directed by the RN. + Utilizes appropriate community referral and support sources for behavioral health patients requiring social work / case manager / discharge planning assistance. + Involves the patient and family in the assessment and planning process and educates them regarding care options. + Investigates level of care and financial resources in formulating plans. Other information: + Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related human services field. + Current BCLS certification. + CPI certification within 90-days of hire. + Licensed in the state of North Carolina as to the appropriate field of study and degree. + 5 years of experience in crisis counseling or mental health counseling. **Job Details** Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals Entity: Nash UNC Health Care Organization Unit: NGH Emergency Room Work Type: Per Diem Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00 Work Schedule: Variable Location of Job: NASH HC Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.