Qualifications

• Active New York State RN License (Primary Source Verified)
• AHA BLS Certification
• Minimum 2 years of mental or behavioral health experience
• Experience with vulnerable or homeless populations strongly preferred
• Strong crisis assessment, intervention, and de-escalation skills
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and compassionate in high-pressure environments
• Willingness and ability to travel across all NYC boroughs

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical, mental health, and safety assessments for individuals experiencing homelessness across NYC
• Provide direct, hands-on medical care in both field and office-based settings
• Identify individuals in crisis requiring immediate medical or psychiatric intervention
• Assess risk of harm to self or others and initiate emergency interventions according to Mental Hygiene Law Section 9.58
• Partner with DHS Crisis Coordinators, outreach teams, and community partners to build trust and encourage engagement with services and shelter
• Coordinate with hospitals, law enforcement, and transport teams to ensure safe transfers and continuity of care
• Collaborate with hospital clinical teams to support treatment planning and follow-up care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with program and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, field-based role
• Engagement with diverse community and crisis situations
• Collaboration with various health and social service organizations
• Impactful work in improving the lives of vulnerable populations
• Potential for professional development in crisis intervention and mental health care