Emergency Clinician - Crisis Mental Health Specialist

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

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.