Crisis Clinician- Emergency Departments

Baystate Health; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO package

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Onsite parking

Job summary

Baystate Health, home to Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, MA, is seeking an experienced Crisis Clinician to join the Emergency Department team. This part-time role covers 24 hours per week with 2nd shift hours (2pm–12am) and one weekend per month, with travel to support other Baystate EDs as needed.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree and LICSW or license eligibility, plus prior behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• LICSW or license eligible required.
• Experience in behavioral health setting required.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and maintains release of information forms, and gathers collateral information from outside resources including family, friends, providers, and other community resources.
• Completes a psychosocial evaluation including current and past history, assessment of mental status, and risk assessment through patient interviews, collateral contacts, and record review.
• Monitors and assists in the completion of legal documentation (CV’s, 3-Day Notices, Section12’s, & Section 7/8 forms).
• Enters data and reviews charts for quality assurance, program statistics, tracking of patient progress, or tracking of clinical outcomes as assigned.
• Completes a discharge plan which addresses follow-up recommendations, step-down / placement options, transportation issues, or other treatment needs.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Noble Hospital is looking for an experienced Crisis Clinician to join our Emergency Department team in Westfield, MA!

SCHEDULE

• Part‑time, 24 hours/week
• 2nd shift, 8 hour shifts, flexible 2pm-12am, 1 weekend/month required
• A/B rotating holiday schedule
• Must be able to travel to support Baystate Medical Center ED (Springfield, MA) and Baystate Wing Hospital ED (Palmer, MA)
• Position to transition to solely support Baystate Noble Hospital ED in the future.

LOCATION

• Baystate Noble Hospital- Westfield, MA
• Baystate Medical Center- Springfield, MA
• Baystate Wing Hospital- Palmer, MA

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtains and maintains release of information forms, and gathers collateral information from outside resources including family, friends, providers, and other community resources .
• Completes a psychosocial evaluation including current and past history, assessment of mental status, and risk assessment through patient interviews, collateral contacts, and record review.
• Monitors and assists in the completion of legal documentation (CV’s, 3-Day Notices, Section12’s, & Section 7/8 forms).
• Enters data and reviews charts for quality assurance, program statistics, tracking of patient progress, or tracking of clinical outcomes as assigned.
• Completes a discharge plan which addresses follow-up recommendations, step-down / placement options, transportation issues, or other treatment needs.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree required.
• LICSW or license eligible required.
• Experience in behavioral health setting required.

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Earn more from day one with competitive pay and affordable health coverage that includes Wellness and Massage reimbursements
• Prioritize balance with a competitive PTO package that expands as you build your career with us
• Invest in your future with adoption assistance, tuition support, continuing education, and career development resources
• Build long‑term financial security through a retirement plan company match and growing annual company contributions
• Support for life beyond work, including first‑time home‑buyer assistance and free financial coaching
• Well‑being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• Everyday benefits that matter with a wide range of Voluntary Benefits
• Peace of mind built in with company‑paid basic life insurance
• Easy access to work with onsite parking available at select locations

Education:

Masters Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Licensed Social Worker - State of Massachusetts

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non‑exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$31.77 - $39.56 - $50.36

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.