Emergency Behavioral Health Triage Clinician

Emerson Health; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Health seeks a clinician to triage patients in the Emergency Department for psychiatric or substance abuse services. You will perform clinical evaluations and work under the Director of Behavioral Health Nursing in a per diem capacity.

The role requires strong assessment skills, licensure, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while coordinating care with the behavioral health team. This position offers varied shifts and flexible scheduling to meet department needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a field related to mental health required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Must have two years clinical experience.
• LICSW LMHC required.
• BLS healthcare provider.
• CPI achieved within 3 months of hire required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills, knowledge of psychiatric medications, and knowledge of mental health network required.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Computer skills and proficiency.
• Must have the ability to maintain confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical evaluation of patients who present for triage in the Emergency Department for psychiatric or substance abuse services.
• Reports to the Director of Behavioral Health Nursing.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Psychiatric medications

English communication

Computer skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in mental health

Master's degree preferred

Tools

BLS certification

LMHC/LICSW licensure

Job description

Emerson Health seeks a clinician to triage patients in the Emergency Department for psychiatric or substance abuse services. You will perform clinical evaluations and work under the Director of Behavioral Health Nursing in a per diem capacity.

The role requires strong assessment skills, licensure, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while coordinating care with the behavioral health team. This position offers varied shifts and flexible scheduling to meet department needs.