Crisis Clinician – Mobile Crisis Team (Entry Level)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3,500 (2-year)

Sign-on bonus $5,000 (3-year)

Job summary

UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is seeking a Crisis Clinician to join our Adult Mobile Crisis Team at resolve Crisis Services in Allegheny County. The role involves responding to mobile crisis calls from community professionals and individuals, delivering person-centered counseling, and coordinating referrals.

Shifts vary including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Sign-on bonuses of $3,500 (2-year) or $5,000 (3-year) apply, with DHS-affiliated educational loan repayment

Responsibilities

• Complete Crisis Clinician orientation and training.
• Manage shift caseloads under supervision.
• Develop skills in assessment, de-escalation, documentation, and motivational interviewing.
• Use Electronic Medical Records for information and documentation.
• Provide person-centered, strength-based counseling to promote stability.
• Work independently and efficiently in crisis settings.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate on disposition planning.
• Advocate for appropriate program admissions (Crisis Residential, Walk-In).
• Conduct face-to-face crisis assessments and respond to support calls.
• Handle crisis situations using positive, effective strategies.
• Meet documentation standards and complete required paperwork.
• Participate in trainings, staff meetings, and case reviews.
• Support therapeutic milieu and ensure safety.

Job description

UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is seeking a Crisis Clinician to join our Adult Mobile Crisis Team at resolve Crisis Services in Allegheny County. The role involves responding to mobile crisis calls from community professionals and individuals, delivering person-centered counseling, and coordinating referrals.

Shifts vary including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Sign-on bonuses of $3,500 (2-year) or $5,000 (3-year) apply, with DHS-affiliated educational loan repayment