Emergency Department Crisis Clinician - PRN

University Health KC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO seeks a PRN Crisis Clinician (LMSW/LCSW/LPC) for the Emergency Department. The role focuses on crisis assessments for suicidal ideation, psychosis, and other psychiatric emergencies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to determine care levels and dispositions.

The position is part-time with varied shifts and onboarding requirements; a master's in counseling/psychology/social work and a Missouri license are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or social work.
• One of Missouri licenses: LMSW, LCSW, LPC.
• Knowledge of mental health terms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.
• Basic research skills and solid understanding of mental health theory and practice.
• Experience conducting behavioral health assessments and crisis intervention preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.
• Good judgment, adaptability, and leadership qualities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive mental health crisis assessments in the ED.
• Collaborate with ED physicians, nursing staff, inpatient/outpatient BH providers, and community resources.
• Assess patient needs, determine levels of care, and recommend dispositions.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health assessment

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Missouri license: LMSW/LCSW/LPC

Job description

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO seeks a PRN Crisis Clinician (LMSW/LCSW/LPC) for the Emergency Department. The role focuses on crisis assessments for suicidal ideation, psychosis, and other psychiatric emergencies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to determine care levels and dispositions.

The position is part-time with varied shifts and onboarding requirements; a master's in counseling/psychology/social work and a Missouri license are required.