At a glance

What they do

Mobile crisis worker de-escalates mental health or substance use crises by providing immediate, on-site assessment, intervention, and supportive counseling to individuals in their community, often as an alternative to emergency rooms or law enforcement. They connect people to appropriate, less restrictive care and long-term treatment, offering follow-up support to help individuals regain control and develop coping strategies.

For more details, watch the Maine Careers with Purpose Mobile Crisis Workers video 

Education: Minimum of Associates degree in related field of study and State of Maine MHRT/CSP certification 

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