Crisis Therapist: Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention Services- 7032

Community Health Resources; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 55,126 - 67,377; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off including a birthday off

Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance

Wellness program with counseling sessions

Retirement contributions to 403(b)

Employee involvement activities

Job summary

Community Health Resources in Manchester, CT is seeking a full-time Crisis Therapist. The role involves providing high-quality crisis support to youth and families, conducting assessments, and collaborating with various community providers.

In this dynamic position, you will balance clinical work with opportunities for growth and leadership while working alongside a multidisciplinary team. A Master’s degree and relevant experience are required, and the position offers competitive compensation and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with trauma, mental illness, or emotional disorders preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required for programs necessitating transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conduct clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborate to create individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor status of clients in crisis and develop discharge plans.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Assessment skills

Individualized treatment planning

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in a related field

Job description

Job Title

Crisis Therapist

Employment Type

Full-time, 40 hours/wk

Schedule

Monday-Friday 11AM-7PM or 12PM-8AM

Program / Location

EMPS Youth Mobile Crisis, Manchester, CT

PC#

1818

About the Program

EMPS delivers 24/7 crisis support for children and families experiencing emotional, behavioral, or situational distress. Services include:

• Crisis telephone triage and support
• Mobile crisis assessment and intervention
• Community-based care in homes, schools, courts, and other settings

Our mission is to provide early intervention, stabilization, and alternatives to hospitalization while strengthening families and communities.

About the Position

As a Crisis Therapist on our multidisciplinary, fast‑paced mobile crisis team, you will play a critical frontline role in providing immediate, high‑quality crisis support to youth and families in the community. You will work independently and alongside other Master’s‑level therapists to conduct mobile assessments, deliver crisis interventions, and ensure thoughtful follow‑up and linkage to ongoing services.

In your role, you will actively collaborate with a wide range of partners, including schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, and community providers, while also engaging with our internal quality and training systems to maintain strong clinical standards.

You can expect a dynamic position that balances direct clinical work with opportunities for growth and leadership within the team, including participating in crisis consultations, ongoing coaching and professional development, and contributing to overall delivery of high‑quality, responsive crisis services.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conduct clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with individuals to create individualized, person‑centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrate competency in age‑related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Work with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention to monitor status of clients in crisis.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, and/or community‑based settings based on program model and setting.
• Maintain client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provide coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participate in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transport clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participate in all required CHR training and obtain and/or maintain certification in an EBP if applicable.
• In residential programs, therapists prioritize safety and physical presence, participating as full members of the milieu.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree or higher in a related field.

Experience: Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or serious emotional disorders and/or substance use disorders preferred.

Licensure / Certification / Registration: LMSW, LPC‑A, LMFT‑A required. LCSW, LMFT, LPC, Licensed Psychologist preferred. LADC may be substituted for LCSW, LMFT, LPC or Licensed Psychologist in some programs. Other training may be required based on program. Valid Driver’s License for programs where transportation is required.

Benefits & Development

• Award‑Winning Workplace: Recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years.
• Generous Time Off: Paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday.
• Retirement Savings: Contributions to your 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Comprehensive Insurance: Competitive premiums with discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance.
• Education & Tuition Support: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, student loan repayment assistance, and tuition discounts at local colleges/universities.
• Career Development: Robust training curriculum, clinical supervision and mentoring, internal career fairs, and opportunities across over 80 programs statewide.
• Wellness Program: Annual wellness stipend, free subscription to the Calm app, wellness activities, and up to six free confidential counseling sessions per year through our EAP program.
• Employee Involvement: Leadership luncheons, agency committee participation, weekly video updates from the CEO, and monthly newsletters.

Compensation

Starting at $61,252.26/yr minimum, and up commensurate upon experience.

Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign‑on incentives. (Part‑time positions would be pro‑rated based on hours worked.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

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