Crisis Clinician, Emergency Services

Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH); Essex (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) is seeking a Crisis Clinician to join a growing crisis team dedicated to serving youth, adults and geriatric populations across clinics, hospitals, and community settings. The role emphasizes rapid assessment, referrals, and short-term intervention in fast-paced environments.

Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree in social work or counseling, licensure preferred (LICSW/LMHC), and a valid driver’s license for travel to multiple community sites.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field.
• License preferred (LICSW, LMHC).
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide services for youth, adult and geriatric populations in multiple settings including local hospitals, our clinic and the community.
• Manage the acute phase of clients presenting in behavioral health crisis.
• Provide timely assessment, triage, and referrals to support clients with behavioral health needs.
• Complete accurate documentation and assessments within required time frames.
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with community partners.
• Utilize supervision effectively by sharing pertinent information and seeking guidance to manage high risk cases.
• Attend client and team meetings as needed.
• Meet productivity standards.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Rapport building

Flexible/motivated

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Job Description:

Sign on bonus up to $3000 for independently licensed clinicians (pro-rated for part time)

Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week 8a-4p

Come join our crisis team! Work in a fast paced environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and receive training in Crisis Prevention Institution (CPI). Our team provides services to our most vulnerable populations and is dedicated to removing all barriers to treatment. The crisis clinician role allows you to experience something new every day. As a Crisis Clinician, you will develop your diagnostic skills, conduct assessments, make referrals and collaborate with community stakeholders. Evaluations are completed in our clinics, local hospitals and the community. The ideal candidate is a flexible, motivated individual who enjoys a dynamic role and is able to build rapport with clients while providing brief crisis intervention.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services for youth, adult and geriatric populations in multiple settings including local hospitals, our clinic and the community.
• Manage the acute phase of clients presenting in behavioral health crisis.
• Provide timely assessment, triage, and referrals to support clients with behavioral health needs.
• Complete accurate documentation and assessments within required time frames.
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with community partners.
• Utilize supervision effectively by sharing pertinent information and seeking guidance to manage high risk cases.
• Attend client and team meetings as needed.
• Meet productivity standards.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field
• License preferred (LICSW, LMHC)
• Valid driver's license, good driving record, and reliable vehicle with an ability to meet persons served in a variety of community settings.

Pay Range:

$33.17 - $45.85

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geographyof work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled