Associate, Crisis Clinician - Beaver Crisis Services

• Are you interested in building a rewarding career with a national leader in the treatment of mental health and addictive disorders?
• UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is looking for a passionate Crisis Clinician to join our team at Beaver Crisis Services!
• Beaver Crisis Services is the premiere provider of crisis services in Beaver County including crisis phone services, mobile crisis team, as well as our walk-in center.
• Beaver Crisis is a partnership between UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital, and Beaver County.
• Under the direction of the Crisis Clinician Supervisor, the Crisis Clinician Associate is responsible for providing clinical services to consumers experiencing a self-identified crisis.
• Primary responsibility is responding to crisis related situations from community professionals and persons.
• This includes, but is not limited to, answering questions, obtaining clinical information, scheduling outpatient evaluations, responding to telephone crisis, de-escalation, and documentation of all duties previously mentioned.

All candidates must be able to work varying shifts

daylight, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays. Crisis Clinicians are Sign on Bonus eligible! $3,500 with a 2 year commitment $5,000 with a 3 year commitment Higher level titles and rate of pay may be considered for this role depending on candidate's education level and years of experience.

Responsibilities

· Complete Crisis Clinician orientation. · Manage shift caseload with guidance from Lead Clinician. · Build skills in assessment, de‑escalation, documentation, and motivational interviewing. · Use the Electronic Medical Record for information gathering and documentation. · Provide person‑centered, strength‑based supportive counseling. · Work independently and efficiently in a crisis setting. · Support consumers and coordinate appropriate referrals. · Consult with Clinician II on disposition plans. · Advocate for Crisis Residential or Walk‑In program admissions when appropriate. · Meet documentation standards and complete required paperwork. · Conduct face‑to‑face crisis assessments. · Respond to consumer, community, and support‑system calls. · Manage crisis situations using positive intervention approaches. · Participate in trainings, staff meetings, and interdisciplinary activities. · Complete case reviews. · Maintain and support a safe, therapeutic milieu.

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work.
• Other fields of study may be considered with coursework of at least 12 credits in human services and/or relevant mental health experience. (Preferred other fields of study include: Social Work, Psychology, Gerontology, Sociology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Theology, Nursing, Counseling/Guidance, Education) ATTENTION: A COPY OF YOUR BACHELOR’S OR MASTER'S TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION.