Clinical Relief Pool Crisis

Pittsburgh Mercy; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start Day 1 of employment

Pittsburgh Sick Time

Job summary

Pittsburgh Mercy is seeking a part-time Clinical Relief Pool Staff to provide as-needed clinical support at the Central Recovery Center, a 24/7 behavioral health facility. You will perform assessments, crisis interventions, brief therapy, and coordinate care across the care team.

The role requires strong collaboration, trauma-informed care, and accurate documentation. Flexible shifts, non-exempt hourly pay, and eligibility for benefits starting on day one are noted.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services plus 1 year paid human service experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services plus 3 years paid human service experience.
• Computer experience preferred.
• Act 33/34/73 Clearances- to be updated every 5 years at employee’s expense.
• Physical/TB to be updated every 2 years.
• Pre-employment drug screen.
• Valid Driver License.
• Ability to drive organization vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning for individuals presenting with mental health or substance use crises.
• Complete intake evaluations, clinical assessments, and documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including medical, psychiatric, peer support, and case management staff.
• Support de-escalation efforts and maintain a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented environment.
• Participate in shift hand-offs, team meetings, and daily briefings as required.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and documentation.
• Coordinate with emergency services, hospitals, family members, and community providers for client stabilization and discharge planning.
• Provide short-term therapy or brief interventions when appropriate.
• Uphold agency policies, confidentiality standards, and ethical practices.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Trauma-informed care

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose:

The Clinical Relief Pool Staff provides as-needed clinical support at the Central Recovery Center (CRC), a facility offering 24/7 services for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Relief staff work across various shifts to ensure continuity of care and operations when full-time staff are unavailable. This role includes conducting assessments, crisis intervention, brief therapy, and coordination of care.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning for individuals presenting with mental health or substance use crises.

• Complete intake evaluations, clinical assessments, and documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including medical, psychiatric, peer support, and case management staff.

• Support de-escalation efforts and maintain a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented environment.

• Participate in shift hand-offs, team meetings, and daily briefings as required.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and documentation.

• Coordinate with emergency services, hospitals, family members, and community providers for client stabilization and discharge planning.

• Provide short-term therapy or brief interventions when appropriate.

• Uphold agency policies, confidentiality standards, and ethical practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services plus (1) year paid human service experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services plus 3 years paid human service experience.

• Computer experience preferred.

• Act 33/34/73 Clearances- to be updated every 5 years at employee’s expense

• Physical/TB to be updated every 2 years

• Pre-employment drug screen

• Valid Driver License

• Ability to drive organization vehicle

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Benefits start Day 1 of employment! Pittsburgh Sick Time

Schedule: This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position

Flexible Part-time position. Must work a minimum of 5 work shifts a month.

About Pittsburgh Mercy

We’re a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area’s most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help - and hope - to people who are experiencing: Mental illness and substance abuse, Physical health needs, Intellectual disabilities, and Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.