Clinician, Mobile Crisis

Clifford W Beers Guidance Clinicorporated; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC) in Hamden, CT, seeks a Mental Health Clinician to provide mobile crisis intervention, community-based assessments, and short-term stabilization for children and families in the community. You will conduct risk assessments, engage in care coordination, and collaborate with schools and partners to ensure seamless access to behavioral health services.

A Master’s degree in a mental health field is required, with LMSW licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related mental health discipline required
• Experience in mental health, crisis intervention, or community-based behavioral health services preferred
• LMSW required for MSW candidates; license-eligible candidates may be considered
• Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Knowledge of behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and community-based services
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and electronic health records (EHR)
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and documentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

• Provide mobile, community-based crisis intervention and mental health assessments for children and families
• Conduct risk assessments and level-of-care determinations to support clinical decision-making
• Deliver short-term crisis stabilization, safety planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Provide case management and coordinate referrals to behavioral health and community resources
• Collaborate with schools, community providers, and internal clinical teams to ensure continuity of care
• Serve as liaison between clients, families, schools, and service providers
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation and assessments
• Participate in on‑call rotation as part of a 24/7 Mobile Crisis program
• Attend and actively participate in supervision, team meetings, and training programs
• Complete all required Mobile Crisis training within the first year of employment
• Support organizational initiatives related to trauma‑informed care, health equity, and anti‑racist practices
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Marne - Hamden, CT, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $50000.00 - $70000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, EMPLOYER INFORMATION

Clifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC) is a mental health clinic serving children and families. Our mission is to provide integrated services addressing mental, physical, and social determinants in order to improve health, resiliency and quality of life for children, families and communities.

PURPOSE

The Mental Health Clinician is responsible for providing mobile crisis intervention, behavioral health assessments, and short-term stabilization services to children and families in the community. This role supports individuals in crisis through clinical evaluation, case management, and care coordination, ensuring timely access to appropriate mental health services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide mobile, community-based crisis intervention and mental health assessments for children and families
• Conduct risk assessments and level-of-care determinations to support clinical decision-making
• Deliver short-term crisis stabilization, safety planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Provide case management and coordinate referrals to behavioral health and community resources
• Collaborate with schools, community providers, and internal clinical teams to ensure continuity of care
• Serve as liaison between clients, families, schools, and service providers
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation and assessments
• Participate in on‑call rotation as part of a 24/7 Mobile Crisis program
• Attend and actively participate in supervision, team meetings, and training programs
• Complete all required Mobile Crisis training within the first year of employment
• Support organizational initiatives related to trauma‑informed care, health equity, and anti‑racist practices
• Perform other related duties as assigned

TRAVEL

Up to 25% travel within the Greater New Haven area

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Combination of office and community‑based work environments

COMPETENCIES

Diversity and Inclusion

Foster an environment in which all members of the CBCCC community, from staff to partners and clients, are treated equitably and are able to contribute fully and meaningfully to the mission of CBCCC. Employees must make every effort to:

• Treat others with respect
• Practice cultural humility
• Elicit and welcome different points of view

Integrity

Act ethically with honesty and consistency regardless of the situation. Employees must make every effort to:

• Be accountable for his or her own actions
• Make decisions based on what is better for the families and employees
• Build and maintain trust among co‑workers and our families
• Uphold honesty in all actions

Excellence

Commitment to deliver outstanding practices in both managing the organization, service delivery, and collaborating with partners. Employees must make every effort to:

• Utilize data and research to provide the highest quality of care
• Regularly participate in professional development to stay abreast of most recent and progressive practices
• Promote continuous quality assessment and improvement

Communication

Oral Communication

• Speak clearly and in an organized manner that can be easily understood
• Express ideas concisely and respectfully
• Summarize or paraphrase his/her understanding of what others have said to verify understanding and prevent miscommunication
• Hold themselves accountable for pitch, speed, tone and volume of voice while speaking
• Show understanding of professional and cultural implications of body posture, stance, gestures, proximity to listener, facial expressions and appearance

Written Communication

• Write clear and concise sentences devoid of grammatical and spelling errors
• Tailor writing style to the audience of the message
• Write in a respectful and tactful manner

AAP Statement

Clifford Beers Community Care Center (CBCCC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity or Expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Qualifications: EDUCATION

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related mental health discipline required

EXPERIENCE

Experience in mental health, crisis intervention, or community‑based behavioral health services preferred

LICENSURE

• LMSW required for MSW candidates; license‑eligible candidates may be considered
• LCSW, LPC, or other advanced licensure preferred

SKILLS

• Strong clinical assessment and crisis intervention skills
• Knowledge of behavioral health, trauma‑informed care, and community‑based services
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and electronic health records (EHR)
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Reliable internet access
• Ability to travel throughout the Greater New Haven area

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• 20% of the time is spent making repetitive motions
• 30% of the time spent sitting
• 20% walking, bending, standing, stooping, crouching, or kneeling
• 30% of the time is spent using hands to type, write, or use control
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions