Emergency Clinician

United Counseling Service; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer matching retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Clinical supervision towards licensure

Loan repayment and tuition assistance

Wellness program

DEI&B committee

Job summary

United Counseling Service (UCS) in Vermont seeks an Emergency Clinician to provide a wide range of clinical services to mental health and/or substance use clients under the Psychiatric Medical Team. The role includes crisis assessment, short-term counseling, and coordination of services with community agencies.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, two years of related experience, and an active clinical license with certification within a year.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field.
• Two years’ related work experience is required.
• Professional clinical license in field of specialty; Certification must be obtained within 1 year of start date.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assists triage of crisis calls and determines appropriate response (mobile, phone, law enforcement, ED).
• Provides assessment and brief, solution-focused counseling for mental health/substance use crises.
• Coordinates services with other agencies and providers; facilitates referrals when necessary.
• Maintains timely and thorough clinical record-keeping and documentation.
• Attends administrative, clinical, and team meetings.

Skills

Typing

Email usage

Microsoft Office

Education

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

Job description

$1,000 Sign On Bonus Available (to be paid 90 days after hire)

Why Join UCS:

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

Objective/Purpose

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Psychiatric Medical Team, the Emergency Clinician provides a wide variety of clinical services to mental health and/or substance use clients, including clinical case management services in accordance with the Mental Health Provider Manual written and mandated by the Vermont Department of Mental Health. Services may also include consultation and education services to area schools, agencies, and the community at large.

Major Responsibilities

DIRECT CLINICAL SERVICES:

Assists support staff in triaging crisis calls and determining the appropriate response (mobile, phone, law enforcement, and emergency department). Provides assessment and brief, solution-focused counseling to individuals and families with mental health and/or substance use crises. Services may include individual, family, and group critical incident debriefing. Coordinates services with other agencies and providers. Facilitates appropriate referrals for other services when necessary. May provide specialized assessment/screening services based on professional concentration and training, i.e., psychological testing, substance use evaluations, etc.

CONSULTATION AND EDUCATION SERVICES:

Provides mental health and/or substance use consultation to community at large, area agencies, the professional community, and/or schools as required. Consultation can be educational or evaluative in nature. Specific areas of consultation/education are based on clinician's areas of expertise or interest. Provides liaison services among community agencies to coordinate services to clients.

CLINICAL CASE MANAGEMENT AND SOCIAL SUPPORT:

Provides concurrent case management services on an as needed basis. These services may include service coordination with other agencies and services; collateral contacts with other family members or significant others in client’s life; telephone support to clients or collaterals; social support services for locating, developing, or providing care services; or treatment planning session.

CLINICAL RECORD-KEEPING:

Initiates and maintains in a timely and thorough manner the wide variety of record keeping and administrative documentation required to account for our services to clients. Such work includes, but is not limited to, client specific assessments, case services and progress notes, time sheets, schedules, billing reports to third party payors, and assigned periodic reports.

ADMINISTRATIVE, AGENCY, AND CLINICAL TEAM MEETINGS:

Attends and actively participates in the necessary coordinative, administrative, and clinical meetings designed to inform, problem solve, and coordinate services and programs.

• In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL / EXPERIENCE / CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related field
• Two years’ related work experience is required.
• Professional clinical license in field of specialty.
• Qualified Mental Health Professional Certification must be obtained within 1 year of start date.
• Valid Driver’s License

Computer Skills Required

• Typing and navigating
• Email usage
• Microsoft Software