Crisis Therapist: Mobile Crisis Intervention Services-7369

Community Health Resources; Middletown (CT); Vor Ort; USD 61.000 - 92.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Paid time off

403b plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness stipend

Calm app access

Zusammenfassung

Community Health Resources is seeking a Crisis Therapist to join a fast-paced mobile crisis team in Middletown, CT. You will conduct mobile assessments, deliver crisis interventions, and ensure follow-up with youth and families.

The role collaborates with schools, hospitals, DCF, law enforcement, and community providers, while upholding strong clinical standards. Opportunities for growth and leadership are included.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s Degree or higher in related field.
• Experience working with trauma, mental illness and/or SUD preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required; other licenses may be required; valid driver’s license.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• Develop discharge plans utilizing natural supports and community linkage.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provide crisis assessment and intervention to monitor crisis status.
• May provide care in office, home, residential, or community settings as required.
• Maintain client and staff records per agency policy.
• Provide coverage for team members during absences.
• Participate in weekly supervision, consultations and meetings.

Kenntnisse

Trauma experience

Mental health experience

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Master’s Degree or higher in related field

LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A required; LCSW/LMFT/LPC/Licensed Psychologist preferred; LADC as substitute

Jobbeschreibung

JOB TITLE: Crisis Therapist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 40 hours/week Full-Time

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday, 12:00pm-8:00pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Mobile Crisis Intervention Services, Middletown, CT

PC#: 3153

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Mobile Crisis Intervention Services(MCIS)

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:

Crisis Therapist

Team Structure & Work Environment

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. This includes participating in crisis consultations, engaging in ongoing coaching and professional development, and contributing to the overall delivery of high-quality, responsive crisis services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides assessment and treatment interventions consistent with the program model.
• Conducts clinical and risk assessments.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person-centered treatment plans.
• Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Works with clients to develop appropriate discharge plans utilizing natural support.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with family members and other service providers.
• Provides 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.
• Responsible for maintaining client and staff records according to agency policy.
• Provides coverage for team members during periods of absence.
• Participates in weekly supervision, consultations, and meetings.
• Transports clients using agency vehicles and/or personal vehicles based on program model and setting.
• Participates in all required CHR training and obtains and/or maintains 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 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

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*:

$61,252.26 minimum-$91,877.14 maximum

• Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

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