A Crisis Counselor delivers immediate support to individuals facing acute emotional or psychological distress. They work in hospitals, crisis centers, NGOs, and emergency response systems. Responsibilities include conducting rapid assessments, de-escalating situations, providing brief interventions, and coordinating referrals using crisis intervention models, psychosocial assessment tools, and case documentation systems. They serve individuals in urgent need of support due to trauma, loss, or mental health crises. The role focuses on stabilization and risk mitigation. Demand is increasing globally due to rising mental health needs, crisis response systems, and integration of emergency psychosocial services.