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How much do crisis intervention worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for crisis intervention worker in the United States is $21.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a crisis intervention worker?

Crisis Intervention Workers are professionals trained to provide immediate support and assistance to individuals experiencing emotional, mental health, or situational crises. They assess the level of risk, offer counseling, connect people with necessary resources, and help de-escalate situations to ensure safety. Their work often involves collaborating with emergency responders, healthcare providers, and social services to create a support plan tailored to the individual's needs. Crisis Intervention Workers play a crucial role in preventing harm and promoting recovery during challenging times.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a crisis intervention worker?

To thrive as a Crisis Intervention Worker, you need a background in social work, psychology, or counseling, often supported by a relevant degree or certification in crisis intervention. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, case management systems, and crisis hotline protocols is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help you effectively support individuals in distress. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure effective, timely intervention and to promote safety and well-being for clients in crisis.

What are some typical challenges crisis intervention workers face, and how are these addressed within the team?

Crisis Intervention Workers often encounter emotionally charged situations, unpredictable client behaviors, and high-stress environments. To manage these challenges, teams usually provide regular debriefings, access to mental health support, and ongoing training in de-escalation techniques. Collaboration with supervisors and colleagues is key, as sharing information and strategies helps maintain safety and emotional well-being. Many organizations also promote self-care practices and peer support to reduce burnout and ensure effective service delivery.

What is the difference between Crisis Intervention Worker vs Mental Health Counselor?

AspectCrisis Intervention WorkerMental Health Counselor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate’s degree; certification may be preferredBachelor’s or master’s degree in counseling or psychology; state licensure required
Work EnvironmentEmergency settings, hospitals, community centersClinics, private practices, hospitals
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, healthcare, social servicesHealthcare, mental health clinics, private practice
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both Crisis Intervention Workers and Mental Health Counselors support individuals with mental health needs, Crisis Intervention Workers focus on immediate, short-term assistance during crises, often in emergency settings. Mental Health Counselors typically provide ongoing therapy and treatment plans in clinical environments. The roles differ mainly in scope, setting, and required credentials, but both aim to improve mental well-being.

How do you become a crisis intervention worker?

To become a crisis intervention worker, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, though some roles require a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related field. Relevant skills include strong communication, empathy, and crisis management, and obtaining certifications such as Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) can enhance job prospects. On-the-job training is common, and the role often involves working in high-stress environments with flexible hours.
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Infographic showing various Crisis Intervention Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,018 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Specialist, Crisis Intervention

Signature Health Inc

Ashtabula, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Description

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values, putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career. As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more
  • Robust earned paid time off program (PTO)
  • Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)
  • Professional Development Support

SCOPE OF ROLE

Reporting to the Program Manager, Crisis Services, the Specialist, Crisis Intervention provides rapid response, screening, and early intervention to individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis in community, home, and facility settings.


HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED

  • Provides de-escalation and crisis intervention to individuals experiencing crisis.
  • Works with individuals in crisis to problem-solve and identify solutions for resolving the crisis or assists in arranging assessment and treatment in an appropriate setting.
  • Works with individuals' family members and support system to engage in safety planning and the crisis resolution process.
  • Assists in creation of an immediate plan to maintain safety.
  • Provides coordination of care and linking to appropriate treatment services to meet the needs of the individual.
  • Provides follow up contact within two business days (or according to protocol) following a crisis episode to individuals returning to their community setting to check on referrals and identify further needs.
  • Collaborates with agency staff, departmental staff, stakeholders, and referral sources on individual cases and to ensure strong community relationships.
  • Participates in clinical, administrative, and supervisory meetings.
  • Maintains administrative and clinical files, reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
  • Complete trainings as assigned.
  • Always represents Signature Health in a professional manner; includes maintenance of appropriate professional appearance as outlined in the dress code policy, and demonstration of respectful interactions with patients and team members.


Requirements

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Qualified Behavioral Health Specialist (QBHS) designation or Peer Support Specialist (PSS) with at least one year of experience in substance use and mental health with minimum 2 years in recovery and plan for maintaining recovery is required. Crisis experience preferred.
  • Must possess a valid unencumbered Ohio driver's license.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the local Mental Health System.
  • Must possess basic computer skills to perform job duties including desktop computing, email, time sheet management, electronic health records, using Microsoft Office Applications, ADP and other relevant software.
  • Must have basic electronic communication and internet skills to gather information required for the program or program participants.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Work may be performed in a variety of settings, including community, home, and facilities.
  • Work involves potential exposure to patients experiencing agitation, which may increase risk for disruptive or aggressive behavior.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and extended hours is required.
  • Requires periods of sitting, standing, telephone, and computer work.
  • Hearing: adequate to hear clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
  • Speaking: adequate to speak to clients or patients in person, over the telephone or through telehealth technology.
  • Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
  • Physical effort required: occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 15 pounds, unassisted.
  • Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens while performing job duties.
  • Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular workday.
  • Sufficient dexterity to operate a PC and other office equipment.


This Success Profile is not an exhaustive list of all functions or requirements that you may be required to perform; you may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested by your supervisor or the company. You must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily; however, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable you to perform the essential functions of this job, absent undue hardship. Signature Health may revise this Success Profile at any time, with or without advanced notice.


All employees of Signature Health are required to comply with the Signature Health Annual Influenza Vaccination Policy. This policy requires employees to obtain an annual flu vaccination. A medical and/or religious exemption may be submitted for review by the Signature Health Review Committee. Exemption requests are not guaranteed to be approved. Signature Health is a drug-free workplace. After receiving a conditional job offer, all applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.


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