Licensed Clinician: Mobile Crisis- 4164

(CHR) Community Health Resources, Inc.; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CHR's Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) in Windsor, CT is seeking a Crisis Clinician to rapidly assess and intervene with adults in crisis, often co-responding with law enforcement. The role emphasizes safety planning, community-based care, and de-escalation.

You will join a fast-paced, education-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth, supervision, and ongoing training. Master's degree in mental health, licensure readiness (LPCA/LMFT/LMSW), and strong communication are

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work or related field
• LPCA/LMFTA/LMSW licensure; associate license required; full license preferred
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure with clarity, judgment and compassion
• Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Completes crisis assessments of adults in crisis with safety planning; co-response with law enforcement.
• Develops treatment plans utilizing community-based health, behavioral health, and social services to ameliorate the presenting crisis.
• Maintains an inclusive and equitable work environment and fortifies client strengths.
• Engages with clients and support networks to promote discharge planning and natural supports.
• Documents ongoing client progress and maintains client/staff records per policy.

Education

Master’s degree or higher in mental health field

Job description

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JOB TITLE: Crisis Clinician

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full time

PROGRAM: MCRT, Windsor, CT

PC#: 2576

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:MOBILE CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM

Our Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT) rapidly responds 24/7 to requests for crisis interventions in the community. Referral sources include health care providers, family members, self-referral, police and other community member. Tasks include telephone triage, mobile crisis assessments, risk assessments, de-escalation, safety planning, working with EMS as needed, facilitating referrals to emergency department, community mental/substance abuse treatment and other linkages in the community.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• MCRT is a fast-paced clinical environment dedicated to assisting vulnerable populations access high quality health care in the least restrictive setting. The program provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience needed to create a strong foundation for your career!
• Work environment is professional, training and career growth oriented, supportive, innovative and values diverse perspectives. Come join our team!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Completes crisis assessments of adults who are in crisis in a comprehensive manner attending to their safety and needs. Includes co-response with law enforcement.
• Develops treatment plans with and for the person in crisis that utilize community-based health, behavioral health, and social services that will ameliorate the presenting crisis.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Works with the person in crisis and their support network to fortify their strengths, coping skills and develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Assists the person in crisis with engagement or reengagement in needed
• Documents ongoing client progress and
• Recognizes the importance of individual and cultural differences that influence behavior and applies such understanding and sensitivity to each person’s situation.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with natural supports, other service providers and with members of the MCRT to accomplish the overall program’s mission.
• Performs home, community based, and telephonic
• Relates to clients, family members, and colleagues in a professional, and respectful
• Responsible for Maintaining Client and Staff Records According to Agency Policy
• Participates in weekly supervision and meetings to review client and program
• Maintains continuing professional education as required by licensure, professional standards and CHR policies.
• Provides clinical supervision for graduate level interns as
• Performs all other duties and projects as assigned by the Program Supervisor and/or

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education: Master’s Degree or higher in mental health field

Experience: Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience as a psychotherapist working with people with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Demonstrated training and experience in all aspects of mental health treatment, assessment, evaluation, safety planning, and provision individual, group and family therapy.

Excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to work in a pressured situation and maintain clarity, focus, judgement, and compassion.

Flexibility and ability to work with people in crisis in a hopeful and compassionate manner. Ability to communicate concerns effectively to other team members and ask for help as needed. Ability to work independently.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: LCSW, LMFT, LPC, eligible. Associate License required. Full license preferred.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and discounts on pet, home and auto insurance!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*:

$61,252.26 min-$91,877.14 max

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better in Social Work or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

LPCA

LMFTA

LMSW

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