Evening Crisis Clinician — Behavioral Health Intervention

Atlantic Health; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Crisis Clinician for part-time evenings at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ. The role involves providing emergency crisis intervention, conducting risk and clinical assessments, developing aftercare plans, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe patient care.

Requirements include a Master's degree in social work, counseling or related field, NJ LSW/LAC, and at least 1 year of crisis experience. Preferred: NJ LCSW/LPC.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, counseling or related field is required.
• NJ LSW/LAC licensure is required; NJ LCSW/LPC preferred.
• At least 1 year of crisis experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Emergency Crisis Intervention Services including initial and follow-up assessments.
• De-escalate and manage crises within an interdisciplinary team.
• Complete documentation, safety plans and clinical reviews per policy.
• Coordinate referrals, after-care planning, and transitions to appropriate units.
• Assist with insurance pre-certifications and related authorizations.

Education

Master's degree in social work, Counseling or related field

NJ LSW/LAC

NJ LCSW/LPC (Preferred)

Job description

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Crisis Clinician for part-time evenings at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ. The role involves providing emergency crisis intervention, conducting risk and clinical assessments, developing aftercare plans, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe patient care.

Requirements include a Master's degree in social work, counseling or related field, NJ LSW/LAC, and at least 1 year of crisis experience. Preferred: NJ LCSW/LPC.